Bus Tickets from Reading to Plymouth

Next bus departures

Next departures for Reading to Plymouth on November 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Plymouth Armada Bus StationCheapest
National ExpressBus
    Mereoak P&R
    Plymouth, Marsh Mills, o/s SainsburysFastest
    National ExpressBus
      Mereoak P&R
      Plymouth Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
      Plymouth Armada Bus StationNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        Mereoak P&R
        Plymouth Coach StationNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:22 PM GMT.

        Compare 3 ways to go from Reading 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 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        4h 10mAverage Duration
        253 kmDistance
        11kgCO₂ emissions
        Average Price$27 - $123Average Duration7h 35m
        6kg CO₂e
        Average Price$85 - $479Average Duration2h 58m
        6kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        Average Price$51 - $51Average Duration4h 10m
        11kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Plymouth by bus

        1. How far is Reading from Plymouth?

          The distance covered from Reading to Plymouth is 254 km (157 miles).

        2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Reading to Plymouth?

          Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mereoak P&R, in Reading, and end it at Plymouth Coach Station, in Plymouth.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        11-22
        $40
        11-23
        $36
        Today
        $31
        11-25
        $30
        11-26
        $27
        11-27
        $28
        11-28
        $35
        11-29
        $30
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reading to Plymouth was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $27

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

        You can expect to pay from $27 to $104 for a bus ticket from Reading to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-26.

        Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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