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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 | Plymouth Coach Station | Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Plymouth Coach Station | Bearwood, Hangley Rd. | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Plymouth Coach Station | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Plymouth Armada Bus Station | Great Charles Street Queensway | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Plymouth Coach Station | Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Plymouth to Birmingham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Plymouth and Birmingham?
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
Stops in Birmingham
- AMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
- B1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
- D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom - E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK - F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Plymouth to Birmingham
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 Plymouth to Birmingham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham start from £11. The average price for this route is around £34. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Plymouth to Birmingham?
The average bus journey time from Plymouth to Birmingham is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 175 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 20m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Plymouth to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Plymouth to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Plymouth to Birmingham at 01:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Plymouth to Birmingham?
A bus journey from Plymouth to Birmingham produces an estimated 7 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 Plymouth to Birmingham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Plymouth to Birmingham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Plymouth to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Plymouth to Birmingham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Plymouth to Birmingham was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plymouth to Birmingham as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £13 to £95 for a bus ticket from Plymouth to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-03.
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.
