4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Plymouth
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€24
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
7 h 12 m
Buses on Sep 18
3
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Plymouth will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 buses from Birmingham to Plymouth, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 7 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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.
4:30 PM6h25Birmingham10:55 PMPlymouth€241One-way0 transfers- 9:40 PM8h35Birmingham6:15 AMPlymouth€271One-way0 transfers
- 11:05 AM6h35Birmingham5:40 PMPlymouth€321One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 PM6h25Birmingham10:55 PMPlymouth€241One-way0 transfers
- 11:05 AM6h35Birmingham5:40 PMPlymouth€321One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 PM8h35Birmingham6:15 AMPlymouth€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Birmingham to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a flight costs an average of €508.
Distance: 281 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€15 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price | €508 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Plymouth:
A bus is €34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Plymouth costing on average €49.
A bus is €493 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Plymouth costing on average €508.
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 23m.
Bus takes on average 6h 0m.
Live departures
Birmingham to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Plymouth buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 8:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h25 | 2:25 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
 NX104 | 10:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h40 | 4:10 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX104 | 10:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h30 | 4:00 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX210 · NX504 | 11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h40 | 7:40 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX210 · NX504 | 11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h30 | 7:30 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h40 | 5:45 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 7h55 | 10:35 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX101 | 3:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h45 | 8:45 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX101 | 3:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h35 | 8:35 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX210 · NX501 | 4:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h50 | 12:55 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX210 · NX501 | 4:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h40 | 12:45 AM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:50 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h00 | 11:50 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 · NX406 | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 9h35 | 4:05 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 8h40 | 6:20 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham to Plymouth run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 281 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Birmingham to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Plymouth with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Plymouth by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Plymouth
Most Birmingham to Plymouth buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Plymouth, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Plymouth, Marsh Mills. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Plymouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses to Plymouth leave from?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Birmingham from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham bus station facilities and services
Birmingham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple fast food and cafes inside
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available within the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs available inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Which Plymouth station do buses from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Plymouth, Coach Station from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Plymouth, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth, Coach Station. ATMs are available at Plymouth, Coach Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth, Coach Station: Station is accessible with ramps and level access.
Getting to Plymouth, Marsh Mills from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth, Marsh Mills is 4 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Plymouth, Marsh Mills bus station facilities and services
Plymouth, Marsh Mills has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills. ATMs are available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills: Buses operate with low floors for accessibility.
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