What is the travel distance from Manchester to Plymouth?

The distance between Manchester and Plymouth is approximately 370 km (230 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Manchester to Plymouth?

Buses departing from Shudehill in Manchester will take you to Plymouth Coach Station in Plymouth.

Bus Manchester to Plymouth from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Plymouth on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:40am	Shudehill	10h 45m	10:25pm	Plymouth Armada Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:10am	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	8h 25m	5:35pm	Plymouth Armada Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:50am	Shudehill	8h 45m	5:35pm	Plymouth Armada Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	10h 25m	10:25pm	Plymouth Armada Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:20pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	11h 55m	6:15am	Plymouth Armada Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 1:17 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Plymouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

370 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $93	Average Duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$222 - $1,015	Average Duration5h 22m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$49 - $53	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Plymouth?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Plymouth

A - Plymouth Coach Station

B - Plymouth, Bretonside Bus Station

C - Port: Plymouth

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Plymouth by bus

What is the travel distance from Manchester to Plymouth?
The distance between Manchester and Plymouth is approximately 370 km (230 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Manchester to Plymouth?
Buses departing from Shudehill in Manchester will take you to Plymouth Coach Station in Plymouth.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Plymouth was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Plymouth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $57 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-20.