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What is the best way to travel from Nottingham to Plymouth?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Plymouth from Nottingham. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 25m
£20
£27
14
Train
4h 53m
£81
£141
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Plymouth from Nottingham?

You can reach Plymouth with just £20 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
from £36
Tuesday
from £102
Wednesday
from £20
Thursday
from £22
Friday
from £21
Saturday
from £25
Sunday
from £24

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    9h 10m
    0
    15:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    00:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    18:55
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    15:15
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    01:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    19:40
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    08:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    16:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • Cheapest Trains Monday

  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 55m
    0
    10:54
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    15:49
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £81
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 53m
    0
    11:54
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    16:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £81
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 53m
    0
    08:54
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    13:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £126
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 53m
    0
    09:54
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    14:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £198
  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 31m
    0
    12:16
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    17:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £198

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 55m
    0
    05:53
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    11:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £102

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    18:55
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    13:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    08:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    16:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    9h 10m
    0
    15:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    00:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    08:55
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    18:50
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    11:15
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    11:30
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    22:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    04:30
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    13:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 55m
    0
    05:53
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    11:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £203

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    15:40
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    11:15
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    19:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    13:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    15:40
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    13:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    21:50
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    02:25
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    13:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • National Express
    9h 15m
    0
    04:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    18:45
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    02:25
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    13:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • National Express
    11h 5m
    0
    18:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    05:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    15:40
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

What are the fastest trips from Nottingham to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth from Nottingham in just 4h 53m with a Train from East Midlands Railway. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
from 4h 53m
Tuesday
from 5h 55m
Wednesday
from 7h 25m
Thursday
from 5h 55m
Friday
from 8h 15m
Saturday
from 8h 0m
Sunday
from 9h 0m

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 53m
    0
    11:54
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    16:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £81
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 53m
    0
    08:54
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    13:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £126
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 53m
    0
    09:54
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    14:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £198
  • East Midlands Railway
    4h 55m
    0
    10:54
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    15:49
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £81
  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 31m
    0
    12:16
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    17:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £198
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    08:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    16:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    18:55
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    9h 10m
    0
    15:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    00:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    10h 15m
    0
    15:15
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    01:30
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    10h 35m
    0
    09:05
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    19:40
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £39

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 55m
    0
    05:53
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    11:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £102

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    7h 25m
    0
    08:40
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    16:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £25
  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    13:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    8h 50m
    0
    18:55
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • National Express
    9h 10m
    0
    15:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    00:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    9h 55m
    0
    08:55
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    18:50
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £27

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • East Midlands Railway
    5h 55m
    0
    05:53
    Nottingham
    Central Station
    11:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    East Midlands Railway
    Economy
    from £203
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    13:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    9h 35m
    0
    04:30
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    11:30
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    22:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    11:15
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    8h 15m
    0
    13:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    09:05
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    19:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    11h 5m
    0
    11:15
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    22:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    15:40
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    13:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    21:50
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • National Express
    9h 15m
    0
    04:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    02:25
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    13:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    15:40
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    9h 0m
    0
    18:45
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    03:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    11h 5m
    0
    18:50
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    05:55
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    11h 20m
    0
    02:25
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    13:45
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    17:00
    Nottingham
    Broadmarsh Coach Station
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    14h 40m
    0
    15:40
    Nottingham
    University North Entrance
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Nottingham to Plymouth

What are the most popular stations in Nottingham and Plymouth?

In Nottingham, you will usually depart from Beeston Centre, Station Street or University North Entrance, while in Plymouth you will be arriving at Central Station, Coach Station or Devonport Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Plymouth from Nottingham? With 5 connections between 3 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Nottingham and Plymouth, you can pay as low as £20 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from East Midlands Railway: you will get to Plymouth in just 4h 53m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Nottingham and Plymouth are National Express, FlixBus and East Midlands Railway, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Nottingham and Plymouth is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Heckmondwike or to Torpoint, and look at flights from East Midlands Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Nottingham to Plymouth?

The most popular companies between Nottingham and Plymouth, are National Express, FlixBus and East Midlands Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: East Midlands Railway

All you need to know when you travel from Nottingham to Plymouth

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Nottingham to Plymouth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Nottingham to Plymouth

How can I reach Plymouth from Nottingham?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Plymouth from Nottingham.

How far is Plymouth from Nottingham?

The distance between Nottingham and Plymouth is 353.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Nottingham and Plymouth?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 10 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 60 kgs, and a flight 87 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Nottingham to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth with just £20 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham to Plymouth?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Plymouth in just 4h 53m with a Train from East Midlands Railway.

More routes to Nottingham and to Plymouth

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Nottingham and to Plymouth. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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