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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Reading to Plymouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £11
tomorrow
from £34
Wednesday
from £37
Thursday
from £37
Friday
from £12
Saturday
from £12
Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:15
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    7h 35m
    0
    17:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    01:25
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    14:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:40
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    12:05
    Reading
    16:15
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    22:40
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    01:25
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Plymouth via Taunton, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      01:40
      Reading
      University (Redlands Rd)
      04:20
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      04:30
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      06:20
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:15
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:40
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    01:25
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Plymouth via Taunton, you can save more than £21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      01:40
      Reading
      University (Redlands Rd)
      04:20
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      04:30
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      06:20
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save £21

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:15
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    4h 20m
    0
    12:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    16:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    01:25
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43
  • National Express
    8h 35m
    0
    16:55
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    01:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    13:05
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:40
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • Did you know that if you travel from Reading to Plymouth via Taunton, you can save more than £21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      01:40
      Reading
      University (Redlands Rd)
      04:20
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
    • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      04:30
      Taunton
      BP Garage
      06:20
      Plymouth
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save £21

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    20:15
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    20:25
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £35
  • National Express
    8h 25m
    0
    14:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:40
    Plymouth
    Marsh Mills
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    4h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Reading
    University (Redlands Rd)
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £12
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    11:25
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    19:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    14:15
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    22:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43
  • National Express
    7h 40m
    0
    17:50
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    01:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £43

Frequency of bus connections between Reading and Plymouth

See here how frequent the connections between Reading and Plymouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily coaches from Reading to Plymouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Reading and Plymouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 21 coaches from Reading to Plymouth, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Reading and Plymouth, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Reading to Plymouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Reading to Plymouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Reading to Plymouth starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus £9
Fastest Bus 4h 10m
Earliest Coach 01:40
Latest Coach 16:55
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 252.8 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Reading to Plymouth

Every day, 4 buses from 2 coach companies leave Reading for Plymouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 14/10/2024 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 14/10
£37
Tuesday 15/10
£34
Wednesday 16/10
£37
Thursday 17/10
£37
Friday 18/10
£35
Saturday 19/10
£41
Sunday 20/10
Monday 21/10
£9
Tuesday 22/10
Wednesday 23/10
£30
Thursday 24/10
Friday 25/10
£12
Saturday 26/10
£35
Sunday 27/10
Monday 28/10
£37
Tuesday 29/10
Wednesday 30/10
£36
Thursday 31/10
£35
Friday 01/11
£35
Saturday 02/11
£37
Sunday 03/11
£35
Monday 04/11
£37
Tuesday 05/11
£34
Wednesday 06/11
Thursday 07/11
£36
Friday 08/11
Saturday 09/11
Sunday 10/11

The cheapest time to travel from Reading to Plymouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Reading to Plymouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £9, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Reading to Plymouth. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £37.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Reading to Plymouth, with £9. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £35.

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

Beloved bus companies from Reading to Plymouth

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

All bus stations and stops in Reading and Plymouth

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Reading to Plymouth

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

FAQs about the Reading to Plymouth bus

How much does a Reading - Plymouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Reading - Plymouth bus trip is available from £9 and takes 4h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Reading to Plymouth is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £46. 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 Reading - Plymouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Reading to Plymouth is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Plymouth from Reading take?

The quickest coach from Reading to Plymouth is provided by National Express and takes 4h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £37. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Reading to Plymouth?

The earliest bus to Plymouth departs from Reading at 01:40. 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 Reading to Plymouth?

The latest bus to Plymouth departs from Reading at 16:55. 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 Reading - Plymouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Reading 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 Reading and Plymouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Reading 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 Reading?

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 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading to Plymouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

Alternate transport types from Reading to Plymouth

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Reading to Plymouth for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Reading to Plymouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Reading to Plymouth for the next days.
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 49m
    0
    00:49
    Reading
    Central Station
    05:38
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £37
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 47m
    0
    00:49
    Reading
    Central Station
    05:36
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £40
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 50m
    0
    05:49
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:39
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    First Class
    from £114
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 50m
    0
    05:49
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:39
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £160

More bus routes to Reading and to Plymouth

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

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