Stansted to Plymouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stansted to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£44

Average price

£48

Fastest journey

8 h 50 m

Average duration

8 h 55 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

350 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stansted to Plymouth will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Stansted 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 350 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 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.

National Express
10:409h00
Stansted
19:40Plymouth
£441One-way
0 changes
National Express
10:508h50
Stansted
19:40Plymouth
£511One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Stansted to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stansted to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £58.

Distance: 350 km

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Train
Flight

£49

Average Price

£71

Average Price

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

7h 3m

Average total duration

6h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 48m

Average total duration

4h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 15m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Stansted to Plymouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Stansted to Plymouth coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:12
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express19:55 Stansted
8h10
04:05 Plymouth0 changesdirect
national_express23:50 Stansted
14h15
14:05 Plymouth0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
national_express10:40 Stansted
9h00
19:40 Plymouth0 changesdirect
national_express10:50 Stansted
8h50
19:40 Plymouth0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Stansted to Plymouth

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Buses from Stansted to Plymouth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 350 km distance in 8h 10m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £21
Distance
350 km
Average bus duration
6h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£37
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
8h 10m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:50
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £21

Bus providers: National Express from Stansted to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Stansted to Plymouth with National Express for as low as £21. 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
8h 10m
Cheapest Price
£37
National Express frequency
17 a day
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.

FAQs: Stansted to Plymouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted 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 Stansted to Plymouth can start from as little as £37 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted to Plymouth is £49; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Stansted to Plymouth is 8h 10m to travel the 350 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Stansted to Plymouth leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Stansted to Plymouth leaves at 23:50.
There are 16 coaches a day from Stansted to Plymouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Stansted to Plymouth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Plymouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Stansted and Plymouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Plymouth from Stansted is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stansted to Plymouth is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stansted and Plymouth including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Stansted to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted to Plymouth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Stansted to Plymouth depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted to Plymouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Stansted to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted to Plymouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Stansted to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Stansted to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express.

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