Bus tickets Leicester to Plymouth from £22

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Which bus from Leicester to Plymouth is the best?

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

today
from £28
tomorrow
Sunday
from £36
Monday
from £30
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £22
Thursday
from £22

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    10h 10m
    0
    14:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    00:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    9h 20m
    0
    12:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    9h 40m
    0
    18:05
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    11:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    22:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    05:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 35m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    18:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    11:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    22:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £41
  • CrossCountry
    6h 27m
    0
    10:20
    Leicester
    Central Station
    16:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    £90
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Plymouth via Bristol, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 30m
      0
      13:55
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      19:10
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £18
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      3h 0m
      0
      19:25
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      22:25
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 2h 3m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 10m
    0
    16:00
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    00:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    14h 20m
    0
    23:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    9h 40m
    0
    18:05
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    9h 20m
    0
    12:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    05:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Plymouth via Bristol, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 40m
      0
      12:45
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      17:15
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 2h 10m
    • FlixBus
      3h 0m
      0
      19:25
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      22:25
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 20m
    0
    12:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    8h 40m
    0
    05:25
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    9h 40m
    0
    18:05
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    18:50
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    8h 35m
    0
    11:35
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    20:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Plymouth via Bristol, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 40m
      0
      12:45
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      17:15
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 2h 10m
    • FlixBus
      3h 0m
      0
      19:25
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      22:25
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    9h 20m
    0
    12:45
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    12:00
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    22:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 45m
    0
    11:40
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    22:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    11h 0m
    0
    03:20
    Leicester
    Fosse Park
    14:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    09:50
    Leicester
    St. Margaret's Bus Station
    18:50
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Leicester to Plymouth via Bristol, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 40m
      0
      12:45
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      17:15
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 2h 10m
    • FlixBus
      3h 0m
      0
      19:25
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      22:25
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save £6

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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Leicester 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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 13 daily coaches from Leicester to Plymouth. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Leicester and Plymouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 16 coaches from Leicester to Plymouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Leicester and Plymouth, with 6 offers.

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All facts for Leicester to Plymouth bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express, FlixBus and CrossCountry that travel daily 9 times by bus from Leicester to Plymouth in one click. Book your Leicester to Plymouth bus ticket starting from £22!

Cheapest Bus £22
Fastest Bus 6h 7m
Earliest Coach 05:25
Latest Coach 23:45
Daily Bus Connections 9 Ø
Distance 326.2 km
Coach Companies National Express, FlixBus and CrossCountry

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Leicester to Plymouth?

Every day, 9 buses from 3 coach companies leave Leicester for Plymouth. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 28/06/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 23/06
Tuesday 24/06
Wednesday 25/06
Thursday 26/06
Friday 27/06
£32
Saturday 28/06
Sunday 29/06
£41
Monday 30/06
£30
Tuesday 01/07
Wednesday 02/07
£22
Thursday 03/07
£22
Friday 04/07
Saturday 05/07
£29
Sunday 06/07
Monday 07/07
Tuesday 08/07
Wednesday 09/07
Thursday 10/07
Friday 11/07
Saturday 12/07
Sunday 13/07
Monday 14/07
Tuesday 15/07
Wednesday 16/07
Thursday 17/07
Friday 18/07
Saturday 19/07
Sunday 20/07

The cheapest time to travel from Leicester to Plymouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Leicester to Plymouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £22, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Leicester to Plymouth. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £36.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Leicester to Plymouth, with £22. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

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

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

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

National Express from Leicester to Plymouth

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £22
Fastest Coach 8h 4m
Earliest Coach 05:25
Last Coach 23:45
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 25/06/2025

FlixBus from Leicester to Plymouth

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 9h 55m
Earliest Coach 11:40
Last Coach 19:45
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 24/06/2025
In total 3 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 Leicester and Plymouth

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

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

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

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Leicester 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 Leicester to Plymouth bus

How much does a Leicester Plymouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Leicester Plymouth bus trip is available from £22 and takes 9h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £22 to £189. 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 Leicester Plymouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Leicester to Plymouth is offered by roughly 9 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Plymouth from Leicester take?

The quickest coach from Leicester to Plymouth is provided by CrossCountry and takes 6h 7m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £189. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Leicester to Plymouth?

The earliest bus to Plymouth departs from Leicester at 05:25. 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 Leicester to Plymouth?

The latest bus to Plymouth departs from Leicester at 23:45. 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 Leicester Plymouth route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Plymouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Leicester 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, FlixBus and CrossCountry.

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

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 Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Plymouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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