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Plymouth to Bristol

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Coach from Plymouth to Bristol

National Express operates up to 25 daily coach services from Plymouth to Bristol with one-way fares starting from £16.10*, getting you there in just 3 hours 5 minutes. Enjoy comfortable, reliable transportation with the UK's leading coach company for confident travel between these vibrant cities.

Plymouth to Bristol journey information
Fastest journey time 3 hrs 5 mins
Cheapest price From £16.10 *
Distance (approx) 199km
No. of stops 2 (other services use further stops)
First & last journey daily 01.00am/23.00pm from Plymouth Coach Station

    

Our Plymouth to Bristol services and stops

Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.

Our 101 service travels up to 3 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Plymouth Coach Station
  • Exeter
  • Exeter (Honiton Road)
  • Taunton
  • North Petherton
  • Bridgwater
  • Bristol Coach Station

Our 102 service travels up to 2 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Plymouth Coach Station
  • Paignton
  • Torquay
  • Exeter
  • Exeter (Honiton Road)
  • Bristol Coach Station

Our 104 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Penzance
  • Crowlas
  • St Erth
  • Hayle
  • Copperhouse
  • Camborne (Cornwall)
  • Pool (Cornwall)
  • Redruth
  • Newquay (Cornwall)
  • Bodmin
  • Liskeard
  • Tideford
  • Landrake
  • Plymouth Coach Station
  • Exeter
  • Exeter (Honiton Road)
  • Bristol Coach Station

Our 104 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • Penzance
  • Crowlas
  • St Erth
  • Hayle
  • Copperhouse
  • Camborne (Cornwall)
  • Pool (Cornwall)
  • Redruth
  • Truro
  • Newquay (Cornwall)
  • Bodmin
  • Liskeard
  • Tideford
  • Landrake
  • Plymouth Coach Station
  • Exeter
  • Exeter (Honiton Road)
  • Taunton
  • North Petherton
  • Bridgwater
  • Bristol Coach Station

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Departing from Plymouth

Plymouth Coach Station is centrally located in the heart of the city with excellent transport connections. The station is easily reached via the network of city buses which all pass through the station, and taxis. On-site facilities include parking, a café, newsagents, mobile device charging points, and more for a comfortable start to your journey.

For more information on what's available, view our Plymouth Coach Station facilities page.

Arriving in Bristol

Bristol Bus and Coach Station is located on Marlborough Street, just an 8-minute walk from the city centre. The station is well-connected with many city bus services, while taxis and rail services are nearby for travel further afield. You'll find helpful amenities including a café, newsagents, seating and ticket machines to ensure a smooth arrival experience.

For more information, take a look at our Bristol Bus Station facilities.

Perfect for:


 Day-trippers wanting to explore Bristol's vibrant cultural scene
 Budget-conscious travellers seeking affordable intercity transport
 Passengers needing convenient city-centre to city-centre connections

 

Book your Plymouth to Bristol journey today for reliable, comfortable coach travel with generous luggage allowance and convenient departure times throughout the day.

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves from Plymouth Coach Station at 01.00am, arriving at Bristol Coach Station at 04.22am.

The last coach leaves from Plymouth Coach Station at 23.00pm, arriving at Bristol Coach Station at 02.22am.

A one-way journey from Plymouth to Bristol is available from £16.10*.

Our fastest coach journeys from Plymouth to Bristol will arrive in 3 hrs 5 mins.

We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.

Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.

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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 26.11.2025 for travel between 26.11.2025 - 23.03.2026.
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