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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bristol to Plymouth from various bus operators like megabus, National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$24

tomorrow

$13

Sunday

$13

Monday

$10

Tuesday

Wednesday

$11

Thursday

$10

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	4h 20m	1:55 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:15 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:55:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
National Express	3h 40m	6:45 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:25 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 6:45:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
National Express	4h 10m	1:55 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:05 PM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:55:00 PM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
megabus	3h 20m	1:30 AM	Bristol	Cabot Circus	4:50 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Basic	$43	A Bus from megabus goes from Cabot Circus, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
megabus	3h 20m	3:30 AM	Bristol	Cabot Circus	6:50 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Basic	$43	A Bus from megabus goes from Cabot Circus, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 3:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 0m	2:35 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:35 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 2:35:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
FlixBus	3h 0m	7:25 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:25 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 7:25:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
National Express	3h 40m	1:55 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:35 PM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 1:55:00 PM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
National Express	3h 30m	6:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:00 PM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 6:30:00 PM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
megabus	3h 20m	1:30 AM	Bristol	Cabot Circus	4:50 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Basic	$42	A Bus from megabus goes from Cabot Circus, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 1:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 5m	6:55 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:00 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$13	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 6:55:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
FlixBus	3h 0m	3:15 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:15 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 3:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
National Express	3h 35m	10:20 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	1:55 PM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 10:20:00 AM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 40m	1:55 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:35 PM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 1:55:00 PM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m
megabus	3h 20m	1:30 AM	Bristol	Cabot Circus	4:50 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Basic	$41	A Bus from megabus goes from Cabot Circus, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/7/2025 1:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 10m	11:10 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	2:20 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 11:10:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
FlixBus	3h 5m	6:55 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:00 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$11	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 6:55:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	4h 25m	4:40 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	9:05 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:40:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	4h 15m	4:40 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	8:55 PM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 4:40:00 PM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
megabus	3h 20m	1:30 AM	Bristol	Cabot Circus	4:50 AM	Plymouth	University	Economy	$43	A Bus from megabus goes from Cabot Circus, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 1:30:00 AM to University, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 10m	11:10 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	2:20 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 11:10:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
FlixBus	3h 0m	7:25 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:25 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 7:25:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
National Express	4h 25m	11:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:55 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 11:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
National Express	4h 15m	11:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:45 AM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$16	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 11:30:00 PM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 3:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
megabus	3h 20m	1:30 AM	Bristol	Cabot Circus	4:50 AM	Plymouth	University	Economy	$40	A Bus from megabus goes from Cabot Circus, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/9/2025 1:30:00 AM to University, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 0m	3:15 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	6:15 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$11	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 3:15:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
FlixBus	3h 0m	7:25 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:25 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 7:25:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
National Express	4h 15m	11:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:45 AM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:30:00 PM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 3:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
National Express	4h 25m	11:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:55 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 11:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
megabus	3h 20m	1:30 AM	Bristol	Cabot Circus	4:50 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Basic	$41	A Bus from megabus goes from Cabot Circus, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 1:30:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	3h 5m	6:55 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	10:00 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 6:55:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 10:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
FlixBus	3h 10m	11:10 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	2:20 PM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$10	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 11:10:00 AM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
National Express	4h 15m	11:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:45 AM	Plymouth	Marsh Mills	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 11:30:00 PM to Marsh Mills, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 3:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
National Express	4h 25m	11:30 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	3:55 AM	Plymouth	Coach Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 11:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
megabus	3h 20m	1:30 AM	Bristol	Cabot Circus	4:50 AM	Plymouth	University	Economy	$40	A Bus from megabus goes from Cabot Circus, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 1:30:00 AM to University, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bristol to Plymouth is $9 on 12/9/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bristol and Plymouth

See here how frequent the connections between Bristol and Plymouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 55 daily buses from Bristol to Plymouth. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 32 daily coaches between Bristol and Plymouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 118 buses from Bristol to Plymouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Plymouth, with 45 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bristol to Plymouth

Compare all providers like megabus, National Express and FlixBus that travel 49 times every day by bus from Bristol to Plymouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bristol to Plymouth starting from $9!

Cheapest Bus	$9
Fastest Bus	2h 55m
Earliest Bus	1:30 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	49 Ø
Distance	100.8 miles
Bus Companies	megabus, National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bristol to Plymouth

Every day, 49 buses from 3 bus companies leave Bristol for Plymouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$50

Saturday 12/06

$13

Sunday 12/07

$13

Monday 12/08

$43

Tuesday 12/09

$40

Wednesday 12/10

$45

Thursday 12/11

$23

Friday 12/12

$43

Saturday 12/13

$23

Sunday 12/14

$41

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$11

Wednesday 12/17

$43

Thursday 12/18

$40

Friday 12/19

$41

Saturday 12/20

$40

Sunday 12/21

$41

Monday 12/22

$40

Tuesday 12/23

$40

Wednesday 12/24

$40

Thursday 12/25

$69

Friday 12/26

$41

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Plymouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Plymouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $9, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bristol to Plymouth. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $24.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Plymouth, with $9. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

How to save money travelling from Bristol to Plymouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bristol to Plymouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bristol to Plymouth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bristol to Plymouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bristol to Plymouth

These are the most booked bus companies between Bristol to Plymouth from our users.

National Express from Bristol to Plymouth

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Bristol to Plymouth:

Cheapest Price	$16
Fastest Bus	2h 55m
Earliest Bus	10:20 AM
Last Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Connections	10 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

FlixBus from Bristol to Plymouth

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Bristol to Plymouth:

Cheapest Price	$9
Fastest Bus	3h 0m
Earliest Bus	3:15 AM
Last Bus	7:25 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	12/4/2025

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Plymouth

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bristol and Plymouth.

UWE

Coldharbour Lane

Coach Station

Cannon Street/Whitson St

Bond Street

Bond Street 34

Clifton Down

Whiteladies Road 1-3

University Queens Rd

Queens Road

Coach Station

Armada Way 165

Marsh Mills

Plymouth Road 300

Port

University

Drake Circus 40

Bus Station Bretonside

Breton Side 4

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bristol to Plymouth? Compare all modes of transports from Bristol to Plymouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bristol to Plymouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bristol to Plymouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Bristol to Plymouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bristol to Plymouth bus

How much does a Bristol Plymouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $9 and takes 3h 10m to reach Plymouth. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bristol to Plymouth?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $9 and $50. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Plymouth.

On average, how many connections are available from Bristol to Plymouth each day?

Every day, the Bristol to Plymouth bus route is served by approximately 49 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bristol to Plymouth take?

The fastest bus from Bristol to Plymouth is offered by National Express and takes 2h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $24. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Plymouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Plymouth from Bristol starts at 1:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bristol to Plymouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Bristol for Plymouth starts at 11:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bristol Plymouth route?

When traveling by bus from Bristol to Plymouth, passengers can travel with megabus, National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Plymouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol and Plymouth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: megabus, National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Bristol to Plymouth bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bristol Plymouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bristol Plymouth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bristol to Plymouth on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bristol to Plymouth

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bristol and to Plymouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bristol and to Plymouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!