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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Southampton to Plymouth from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.
today
tomorrow
$50
Tuesday
$53
Wednesday
$52
Thursday
$50
Friday
Saturday
$50

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 0m 5:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 1:30 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $50
National Express 7h 25m 3:20 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:45 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $53
National Express 7h 35m 8:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 4:05 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $58
National Express 7h 40m 6:25 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:05 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $59
National Express 8h 55m 10:45 AM Southampton Bus Station 7:40 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      3:20 PM
      Southampton
      Bus Station
      9:35 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      9:40 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      10:40 PM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 45m 3:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:45 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $53
National Express 8h 25m 4:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 12:55 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $53
National Express 9h 35m 10:05 AM Southampton Bus Station 7:40 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $56
National Express 8h 30m 5:35 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:05 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $61
National Express 7h 0m 6:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 1:30 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $61
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      3:20 PM
      Southampton
      Bus Station
      9:35 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      9:40 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      10:40 PM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 35m 10:05 AM Southampton Bus Station 7:40 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $52
National Express 8h 25m 4:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 12:55 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $52
National Express 7h 35m 8:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 4:05 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $56
National Express 7h 45m 3:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:45 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $59
National Express 7h 0m 6:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 1:30 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      3:20 PM
      Southampton
      Bus Station
      9:35 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      9:40 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      10:40 PM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 45m 3:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:45 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $50
National Express 8h 25m 4:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 12:55 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $53
National Express 7h 0m 6:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 1:30 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $53
National Express 7h 40m 8:45 AM Southampton Bus Station 4:25 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $56
National Express 8h 30m 5:35 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:05 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $58
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      3:20 PM
      Southampton
      Bus Station
      9:35 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      9:40 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      10:40 PM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 10m 3:45 PM Southampton Bus Station 12:55 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $50
National Express 7h 45m 2:45 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:30 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $53
National Express 8h 0m 5:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 1:30 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $58
National Express 7h 20m 6:45 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:05 PM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $60
National Express 7h 35m 8:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 4:05 AM Plymouth Coach Station  Economy $61
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Plymouth via Exeter, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 20m
      0
      3:20 PM
      Southampton
      Bus Station
      9:35 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $39
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • National Express
      1h 0m
      0
      9:40 PM
      Exeter
      Bus Station
      10:40 PM
      Plymouth
      Marsh Mills
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $5

Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Plymouth

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Plymouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Southampton to Plymouth. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Southampton and Plymouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 16 buses from Southampton to Plymouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Plymouth, with 3 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/28/2026 costs just $49, from National Express

Facts about the bus from Southampton to Plymouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 7 times every day by bus from Southampton to Plymouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Plymouth starting from $49!

Cheapest Bus $49
Fastest Bus 7h 0m
Earliest Bus 6:25 AM
Latest Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 125.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Southampton to Plymouth

Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Southampton for Plymouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
Monday 07/27
$50
Tuesday 07/28
$49
Wednesday 07/29
$52
Thursday 07/30
$50
Friday 07/31
Saturday 08/01
$50
Sunday 08/02
$56
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$66
Friday 08/07
$50
Saturday 08/08
$49
Sunday 08/09
$49
Monday 08/10
$49
Tuesday 08/11
$49
Wednesday 08/12
$49
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15
Sunday 08/16
Monday 08/17
Tuesday 08/18
Wednesday 08/19
Thursday 08/20
Friday 08/21
Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Plymouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Plymouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $49, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Southampton to Plymouth. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $50.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Plymouth, with $49. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $53.

How to save money travelling from Southampton to Plymouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Southampton to Plymouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Southampton to Plymouth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Southampton to Plymouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Plymouth

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Southampton and Plymouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Plymouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Southampton to Plymouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Southampton to Plymouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Southampton to Plymouth bus

How much does a Southampton Plymouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $49 and takes 8h 0m to reach Plymouth. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Southampton to Plymouth?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $49 and $81. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Plymouth.

On average, how many connections are available from Southampton to Plymouth each day?

Every day, the Southampton to Plymouth bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Southampton to Plymouth take?

The fastest bus from Southampton to Plymouth is offered by National Express and takes 7h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $61. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Plymouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Plymouth from Southampton starts at 6:25 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Southampton to Plymouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Southampton for Plymouth starts at 8:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Southampton Plymouth route?

When traveling by bus from Southampton to Plymouth, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Plymouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton and Plymouth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Southampton to Plymouth bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Southampton Plymouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Southampton Plymouth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Southampton to Plymouth on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Southampton to Plymouth

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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