St Ives to Plymouth bus with National Express

Thu 27 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Ives to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£6

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

2 h 38 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

97 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from St Ives to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from St Ives to Plymouth will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave St Ives for Plymouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus
12:052h45
St Ives
14:50Plymouth
£61One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
20:252h30
St Ives
22:55Plymouth
£81One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for St Ives to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 97 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£8

Average Price

Cheapest

£10

Average Price

3h 21m

Average total duration

2h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Great Western Rail

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

St Ives to Plymouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for St Ives to Plymouth coaches for tomorrow, Friday 28 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 23:19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus12:05 St Ives
2h45
14:50 Plymouth0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus20:25 St Ives
2h30
22:55 Plymouth0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from St Ives to Plymouth

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Buses from St Ives to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:50, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 2h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
97 km
Average bus duration
2h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
2h 45m
First bus
02:50
Last bus
22:20
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from St Ives to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between St Ives to Plymouth with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£10
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: St Ives to Plymouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Ives to Plymouth by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from St Ives to Plymouth can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Ives to Plymouth is £11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the St Ives to Plymouth coach time is 2 h 40 min   covering the 60 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from St Ives to Plymouth leaves at 08: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from St Ives to Plymouth leaves at 22: 14.
There are 3 coaches a day from St Ives to Plymouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the St Ives to Plymouth coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Plymouth from St Ives as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Plymouth from St Ives is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from St Ives to Plymouth by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel between St Ives and Plymouth 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from St Ives to Plymouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from St Ives to Plymouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from St Ives to Plymouth.

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  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from St Ives to Plymouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from St Ives to Plymouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from St Ives to Plymouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Ives to Plymouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from St Ives to Plymouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from St Ives to Plymouth.

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