Bus and Coach from Preston to Plymouth: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Preston to Plymouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Preston to Plymouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

£64

tomorrow

£37

Sunday

Monday

£29

Tuesday

Wednesday

£28

Thursday

£53

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 50m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	14:05	Plymouth	Coach Station		Economy	£64	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Plymouth via Blackburn, you can save more than £22? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 34%
  
  14h 5m
  
  Preston
  
  14 km
  
  08:20
  
  Blackburn
  Bus Stop
  
  22:25
  
  Plymouth
  Coach Station
  
  0 km
  
  Economy
  
  £42
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Stop, Blackburn (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 08:20:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 22:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	16h 0m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	06:15	Plymouth	Coach Station		Economy	£37	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 14:15:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 06:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
	National Express	10h 50m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	14:05	Plymouth	Coach Station		Economy	£62	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £62 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	16h 0m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	06:15	Plymouth	Coach Station		Economy	£29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 14:15:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 06:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
	National Express	10h 50m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	14:05	Plymouth	Coach Station		Economy	£51	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	16h 0m	14:15	Preston	Coach Station	06:15	Plymouth	Coach Station		Economy	£28	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 14:15:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 06:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
	National Express	10h 50m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	14:05	Plymouth	Coach Station		Economy	£51	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 50m	03:15	Preston	Coach Station	14:05	Plymouth	Coach Station		Economy	£53	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 03:15:00 to Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Preston to Plymouth is £27 on 02/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Preston and Plymouth

See here how frequent the connections between Preston and Plymouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Preston to Plymouth. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Preston and Plymouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 5 coaches from Preston to Plymouth, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Preston and Plymouth, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Preston to Plymouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Preston to Plymouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Preston to Plymouth starting from £27!

Cheapest Bus	£27
Fastest Bus	10h 50m
Earliest Coach	03:15
Latest Coach	03:15
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	389.3 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Preston to Plymouth

Every day, 1 buses from 2 coach companies leave Preston for Plymouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£64

Saturday 06/12

£62

Sunday 07/12

Monday 08/12

£51

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

£28

Thursday 11/12

£53

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Preston to Plymouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Preston to Plymouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £28, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Preston to Plymouth. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £63.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Preston to Plymouth, with £28. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

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

Beloved bus companies from Preston to Plymouth

These are the most booked bus companies between Preston to Plymouth from our users.

National Express from Preston to Plymouth

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

Cheapest Price	£51
Fastest Coach	10h 50m
Earliest Coach	03:15
Last Coach	03:15
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	03/12/2025

FlixBus from Preston to Plymouth

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

Cheapest Price	£28
Fastest Coach	16h 0m
Earliest Coach	14:15
Last Coach	14:15
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	02/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Preston and Plymouth

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Preston and Plymouth.

Coach Station

Carlisle St

Bus Station (Stand 27)

Deepdale Stadium

Sir Tom Finney Way

Railway Station

Wyre Street Bus Stop

Coach Station

Armada Way 165

Marsh Mills

Plymouth Road 300

Port

University

Drake Circus 40

Bus Station Bretonside

Breton Side 4

Service and Comfort on the bus from Preston to Plymouth

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

FAQs about the Preston to Plymouth bus

How much does a Preston - Plymouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Preston - Plymouth bus trip is available from £27 and takes 16h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Preston to Plymouth is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £27 to £64. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Preston to Plymouth is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Plymouth from Preston take?

The quickest coach from Preston to Plymouth is provided by National Express and takes 10h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £64. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Preston to Plymouth?

The earliest bus to Plymouth departs from Preston at 03:15. 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 Preston to Plymouth?

The latest bus to Plymouth departs from Preston at 03:15. 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 Preston - Plymouth route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Plymouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Preston 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 bus to Plymouth from Preston?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Preston 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 Preston 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 Preston to Plymouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Preston and to Plymouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Preston and to Plymouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!