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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Plymouth Armada Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Plymouth Armada Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Plymouth Armada Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Plymouth Armada Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Plymouth Armada Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Plymouth
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Plymouth?
Stops in Cardiff
- A2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- B
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Stops in Plymouth
- A
Plymouth Coach Station
165 Armada Way, Plymouth PL1 1HZ, UK - B
Plymouth, Bretonside Bus Station
Exeter Street, Plymouth, PL4 - C
Port: Plymouth
Millbay, Plymouth, Stonehouse, Plymouth PL1 3EW, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cardiff to Plymouth
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cardiff to Plymouth start from £11. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which bus companies service the Cardiff to Plymouth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cardiff to Plymouth?
The earliest bus departs from Cardiff to Plymouth at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cardiff to Plymouth?
A bus journey from Cardiff to Plymouth produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cardiff to Plymouth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cardiff to Plymouth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cardiff to Plymouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cardiff to Plymouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Plymouth was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Plymouth as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £9 to £28 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-03.
