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Children aged 14 - 15 years old may travel unaccompanied, as from 5am, arriving at their booked destination no later than 10pm. Unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian. (sms or chat based messages are not permissible)

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Coach from London to Plymouth

National Express coaches from London to Plymouth run up to 7 times daily, starting from £12.60 one-way*, offering a guaranteed seat and free Wi-Fi for comfortable travel from the capital to this beautiful coastal city.

Coach from London to Plymouth

National Express coaches from London to Plymouth run up to 7 times daily, starting from £12.60 one-way*, offering a guaranteed seat and free Wi-Fi for comfortable travel from the capital to this beautiful coastal city.

London to Plymouth journey information
Fastest journey time 5 hrs 30 mins
Cheapest price From £12.60 *
Distance (approx) 402m
No. of stops 3 (other services use further stops)
First & last journey daily 8.30am/23.00pm

  

Our London to Plymouth services and stops

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

Our 404 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • London Victoria Coach Station
  • Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
  • Weston-super-Mare Bus Interchange
  • Bridgwater Coach Station
  • North Petherton, Fore Street
  • Taunton, Park Street
  • Exeter (Honiton Rd)
  • Exeter, Bampfylde Street
  • Newton Abbot
  • Torquay Coach Station
  • Paignton, Great Western Road
  • Totnes, Coronation Road
  • Plymouth (Marsh Mills)
  • Plymouth Coach Station

Our 406 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:

  • London Victoria Coach Station
  • Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
  • Exeter (Honiton Rd)
  • Exeter, Bampfylde Street
  • Plymouth Coach Station

Our 504 service travels up to 5 times a day and calls at the following stops:

  • London Victoria Coach Station
  • Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
  • Bridgwater Coach Station
  • Taunton, Park Street
  • Exeter (Honiton Rd)
  • Exeter, Bampfylde Street
  • Reading Mereoak Park & Ride
  • Ivybridge, Leonards Road
  • Plymouth (Marsh Mills)
  • Plymouth Coach Station

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Departing from London Victoria Coach Station

London Victoria Coach Station is just 300 metres from the tube network, served by the Victoria, District and Circle Lines. A bus stop sits directly outside the coach station with numerous city centre routes, while Victoria Rail Station is a mere 300-metre stroll away. Need a taxi? Find the rank just outside on Eccleston Place.

Take a look at our London Victoria Coach Station facilities.

Arriving at Plymouth Coach Station

Plymouth Coach Station positions you perfectly in the city centre, surrounded by amenities including a café, newsagents and mobile device charging points. The station's prime location provides excellent connectivity with bus, taxi and ferry links nearby, making it simple to explore Plymouth and beyond.

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

 

Perfect for:

City-to-coast travellers seeking cheap coastal escapes
Visitors wanting guaranteed comfort with Wi-Fi and reserved seating
Explorers looking for convenient access to Plymouth's attractions

 

Book your journey from London to Plymouth today and enjoy comfortable travel with free Wi-Fi and a guaranteed seat, all while saving those pounds for exploring Plymouth's coastal charms.

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 8.30am, arriving at Plymouth Coach Station at 14.05pm.

The last coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 23.00pm, arriving at Plymouth Coach Station at 6.10am.

A one-way journey from London to Plymouth is available from £12.60*.

Direct coach journeys from London to Plymouth travel up to 7 times a day, with our fastest coach arriving in 5 hrs 30 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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