What is the travel distance from Manchester to Plymouth?

The distance between the two cities is 230 miles (370 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Plymouth?

The majority of buses traveling from Manchester to Plymouth start their journey at Shudehill and wind up at Plymouth Coach Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Manchester to Plymouth from $29 | 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 the good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

5hAverage Duration

229 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $65	Average Duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$155 - $706	Average Duration5h 22m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$34 - $37	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,315 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Flixbus Manchester Plymouth recent customer reviews

Just the delay, every other thing was good.

Ineye A.

September 9, 2025

Megabus UK

3.5/54,270 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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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 traveling from Manchester to Plymouth by bus

What is the travel distance from Manchester to Plymouth?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Plymouth?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Plymouth was searched and found on Nov 14, 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 Manchester to Plymouth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $27 to $40 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 $29 which is on 2025-11-20.