What is the travel distance from Heathrow to Plymouth?

Heathrow and Plymouth are 178 miles (287 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Heathrow to Plymouth start their journey at London Heathrow Airport and wind up at Plymouth Coach Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Heathrow to Plymouth from $23 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Compare 2 ways to go from Heathrow to Plymouth.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $74	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $36	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Heathrow to Plymouth

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Heathrow to Plymouth: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$41

Average bus trip duration5h 25m

Number of daily buses22

Earliest bus departure12:50am

Distance175 miles (282 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,411 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experiences, highlighting the friendly and professional staff who ensured a comfortable journey. The service was generally punctual, with clean buses that maintained a pleasant temperature. Although some experienced delays or found seats slightly uncomfortable, these were not common issues across reviews. Overall, travelers appreciated the value for money and efficient service provided by this company.

National Express Heathrow Plymouth recent customer reviews

The air conditioning was full blasting and too loud. The toilet was disgusting and unclean. The driver was too fast

Eva B.

July 14, 2025

Drivers were very good. Seats a little uncomfortable. Didn't like the pulled down table. Could smell the Toilet

Jacqualine C.

November 8, 2023

I enjoyed Everything. The stop was a bit short and not enough if someone wants to have a meal

Mohamed Najeeb A.

June 9, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/59,745 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,206 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, National Express, RegioJet, KLR Bus, FlixTrain

Heathrow to Plymouth Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Plymouth?

Stops in Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

Stops in Plymouth

A - Plymouth Coach Station

B - Plymouth, Bretonside Bus Station

C - Port: Plymouth

Frequently asked questions for your trip Heathrow - Plymouth

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/25

$34

07/26

$29

Today

$35

07/28

No data

07/29

No data

07/30

$31

07/31

$29

08/01

$29

The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Plymouth was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $91 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-08-01.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Heathrow and Plymouth!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Heathrow to Plymouth.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Heathrow to Plymouth will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Heathrow to Plymouth while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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