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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Edinburgh to Plymouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from $52
Wednesday
from $52
Thursday
from $64
Friday
from $56
Saturday
from $75
Sunday
from $57

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    17h 30m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:05 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $52
  • National Express
    17h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    3:45 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $73
  • National Express
    16h 5m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    2:05 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      1:30 AM
      Exeter
      Honiton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $40
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      3:40 AM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    17h 30m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:05 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $52
  • National Express
    17h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    3:45 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $73
  • National Express
    16h 5m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    2:05 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      1:30 AM
      Exeter
      Honiton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $40
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      3:40 AM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    17h 30m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:05 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $64
  • National Express
    17h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    3:45 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $68
  • National Express
    16h 5m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    2:05 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $70
  • FlixBus
    17h 0m
    0
    8:45 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    1:45 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $78
  • FlixBus
    20h 25m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    1:45 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $79
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      1:30 AM
      Exeter
      Honiton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $40
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      3:40 AM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    17h 30m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:05 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $56
  • National Express
    16h 5m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    2:05 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $73
  • National Express
    17h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    3:45 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $93
  • FlixBus
    22h 40m
    0
    11:40 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    10:20 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $100
  • FlixBus
    17h 0m
    0
    8:45 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    1:45 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $106
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      1:30 AM
      Exeter
      Honiton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $40
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      3:40 AM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    24h 0m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    10:20 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $75
  • National Express
    18h 30m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    5:05 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $81
  • National Express
    17h 5m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    2:05 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $86
  • National Express
    18h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:45 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $92
  • FlixBus
    22h 40m
    0
    11:40 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    10:20 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $96
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      1:30 AM
      Exeter
      Honiton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $40
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      3:40 AM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save $29

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    17h 30m
    0
    10:35 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    4:05 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $57
  • National Express
    16h 5m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    2:05 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $73
  • FlixBus
    20h 25m
    0
    5:20 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    1:45 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $91
  • FlixBus
    17h 0m
    0
    8:45 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    1:45 PM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $91
  • National Express
    17h 35m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    3:45 AM
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $92
  • Did you know that if you travel from Edinburgh to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 30m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Edinburgh
      Central bus station
      1:30 AM
      Exeter
      Honiton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $40
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 0m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      3:40 AM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $11

Frequency of bus connections between Edinburgh and Plymouth

See here how frequent the connections between Edinburgh and Plymouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Edinburgh to Plymouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Edinburgh and Plymouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 14 buses from Edinburgh to Plymouth, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Edinburgh and Plymouth, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Edinburgh to Plymouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Edinburgh to Plymouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Edinburgh to Plymouth starting from $52!

Cheapest Bus $52
Fastest Bus 16h 5m
Earliest Bus 10:10 AM
Latest Bus 11:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 387.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Edinburgh to Plymouth

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Edinburgh for Plymouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/24/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/23
Monday 03/24
Tuesday 03/25
$52
Wednesday 03/26
$52
Thursday 03/27
$64
Friday 03/28
$56
Saturday 03/29
$81
Sunday 03/30
$57
Monday 03/31
$38
Tuesday 04/01
$44
Wednesday 04/02
$42
Thursday 04/03
$37
Friday 04/04
$44
Saturday 04/05
Sunday 04/06
Monday 04/07
$44
Tuesday 04/08
Wednesday 04/09
$38
Thursday 04/10
$38
Friday 04/11
$50
Saturday 04/12
Sunday 04/13
Monday 04/14
$42
Tuesday 04/15
$42
Wednesday 04/16
$42
Thursday 04/17
$52
Friday 04/18
Saturday 04/19

The cheapest time to travel from Edinburgh to Plymouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Edinburgh to Plymouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $52, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Edinburgh to Plymouth. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $75.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Edinburgh to Plymouth, with $52. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $79.

How to save money travelling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Plymouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Plymouth

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

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 Edinburgh to Plymouth? Compare all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Plymouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Edinburgh to Plymouth

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

FAQs about the Edinburgh to Plymouth bus

How much does a Edinburgh Plymouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $52 and takes 17h 30m to reach Plymouth. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $52 and $107. 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 Edinburgh to Plymouth each day?

Every day, the Edinburgh to Plymouth bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Edinburgh to Plymouth is offered by National Express and takes 16h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $73. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Edinburgh to Plymouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Plymouth from Edinburgh starts at 10:10 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 Edinburgh to Plymouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Edinburgh for Plymouth starts at 11:40 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 Edinburgh Plymouth route?

When traveling by bus from Edinburgh to Plymouth, passengers can travel with 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 Edinburgh and Plymouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Edinburgh 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: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Plymouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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