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Which bus from Glasgow to Plymouth is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Glasgow to Plymouth. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or National Express. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£53
tomorrow
Thursday
£54
Friday
£54
Saturday
£58
Sunday
£54
Monday
£48

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 45m 22:40 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:25 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £53
FlixBus 19h 55m 10:20 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 06:15 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £55
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Plymouth via Cardiff, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      21h 35m
      0
      08:40
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      20:10
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £33
      • Waiting Time 3h 15m
    • FlixBus
      6h 50m
      0
      23:25
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      06:15
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 5h 50m longer, but you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 45m 22:40 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:25 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £54
FlixBus 17h 45m 23:55 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 17:40 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £56
FlixBus 19h 55m 10:20 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 06:15 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £62
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Plymouth via Bridgend, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      21h 35m
      0
      08:40
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      20:45
      Bridgend
      Designer Outlet
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £30
      • Waiting Time 2h 5m
    • FlixBus
      7h 25m
      0
      22:50
      Bridgend
      Designer Outlet
      06:15
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 5h 50m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 45m 22:40 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:25 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £54
National Express 15h 5m 23:00 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:05 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £58
FlixBus 17h 45m 23:55 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 17:40 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £59
FlixBus 19h 55m 10:20 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 06:15 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      15h 25m
      0
      23:00
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      12:50
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £36
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      13:15
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      14:25
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 15h 5m 23:00 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:05 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £58
FlixBus 15h 45m 22:40 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:25 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £60
FlixBus 19h 55m 10:20 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 06:15 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £72
FlixBus 17h 45m 23:55 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 17:40 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      15h 25m
      0
      23:00
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      12:50
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £36
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      1h 10m
      0
      13:15
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      14:25
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 45m 22:40 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:25 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £54
National Express 15h 5m 23:00 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:05 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £61
FlixBus 17h 45m 23:55 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 17:40 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £65
FlixBus 19h 55m 10:20 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 06:15 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £78
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      17h 15m
      0
      23:00
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      12:40
      Exeter
      Honiton Road
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £31
      • Waiting Time 2h 35m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      15:15
      Exeter
      Coach Station
      16:15
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 45m 22:40 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:25 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £48
FlixBus 19h 55m 10:20 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 06:15 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £54
National Express 15h 5m 23:00 Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station 14:05 Plymouth Coach Station  Economy £56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Glasgow to Plymouth via Cardiff, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      21h 35m
      0
      08:40
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      20:10
      Cardiff
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £23
      • Waiting Time 3h 15m
    • FlixBus
      6h 50m
      0
      23:25
      Cardiff
      Kingsway Coach Stop
      06:15
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 6h 30m longer, but you will save £15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Glasgow to Plymouth is £48 on 11/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Glasgow and Plymouth?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Glasgow to Plymouth. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Glasgow to Plymouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Glasgow and Plymouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 14 coaches from Glasgow to Plymouth, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Glasgow and Plymouth, with 6 offers.

All facts for Glasgow to Plymouth bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and National Express that travel daily 3 times by bus from Glasgow to Plymouth in one click. Book your Glasgow to Plymouth bus ticket starting from £48!

Cheapest Bus £48
Fastest Bus 15h 5m
Earliest Coach 10:20
Latest Coach 23:00
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 610.4 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Glasgow to Plymouth?

Every day, 3 buses from 2 coach companies leave Glasgow for Plymouth. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
Tuesday 05/05
£53
Wednesday 06/05
Thursday 07/05
£54
Friday 08/05
£58
Saturday 09/05
£60
Sunday 10/05
£54
Monday 11/05
£48
Tuesday 12/05
£58
Wednesday 13/05
£53
Thursday 14/05
£52
Friday 15/05
£58
Saturday 16/05
£61
Sunday 17/05
£58
Monday 18/05
£60
Tuesday 19/05
£59
Wednesday 20/05
£58
Thursday 21/05
£58
Friday 22/05
£69
Saturday 23/05
£62
Sunday 24/05
£62
Monday 25/05
£56
Tuesday 26/05
£56
Wednesday 27/05
£56
Thursday 28/05
£56
Friday 29/05
£61
Saturday 30/05
£61
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Glasgow to Plymouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Glasgow to Plymouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £48, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Glasgow to Plymouth. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £58.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Glasgow to Plymouth, with £48. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £54.

How to save money travelling from Glasgow to Plymouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Glasgow 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 coach from Glasgow 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 coaches from Glasgow to Plymouth are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Glasgow to Plymouth?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Glasgow to Plymouth timetable.

FlixBus from Glasgow to Plymouth

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £48
Fastest Coach 15h 45m
Earliest Coach 10:20
Last Coach 22:40
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 02/05/2026

National Express from Glasgow to Plymouth

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £56
Fastest Coach 15h 5m
Earliest Coach 23:00
Last Coach 23:00
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 11/04/2026
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Glasgow and Plymouth

Here is a map with all coach stations in Glasgow and Plymouth. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Glasgow to Plymouth

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Glasgow to Plymouth. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Glasgow to Plymouth bus

How much does a Glasgow Plymouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Glasgow Plymouth bus trip is available from £48 and takes 15h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £48 to £78. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Plymouth.

How many connections are available for the Glasgow Plymouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Glasgow to Plymouth is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Plymouth from Glasgow take?

The quickest coach from Glasgow to Plymouth is provided by National Express and takes 15h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £58. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Glasgow to Plymouth?

The earliest bus to Plymouth departs from Glasgow at 10:20. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Glasgow to Plymouth?

The latest bus to Plymouth departs from Glasgow at 23:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Glasgow Plymouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Glasgow to Plymouth can travel with FlixBus and National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Plymouth?

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

What can I take with me on the bus to Plymouth from Glasgow?

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 bus for the Glasgow Plymouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Glasgow 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 travelling 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 Glasgow to Plymouth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Glasgow to Plymouth?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 3 daily trips between Glasgow and Plymouth. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Glasgow to Plymouth?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Glasgow and Plymouth change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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