How to get from Plymouth to Liverpool

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Liverpool from Plymouth. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 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
13h 30m
£35
£44
2
Train
5h 40m
£70
£170
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Liverpool from Plymouth?

You can reach Liverpool with just £35 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £70
Wednesday
Thursday
from £39
Friday
from £223
Saturday
from £52
Sunday
Monday
from £35

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    5h 53m
    0
    05:24
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:17
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £70
  • CrossCountry
    5h 57m
    0
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    12:17
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £70
  • CrossCountry
    5h 50m
    0
    07:27
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    13:17
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £110
  • CrossCountry
    5h 40m
    0
    05:24
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:04
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £248
  • CrossCountry
    5h 44m
    0
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    12:04
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £248

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    16h 1m
    0
    23:59
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39
  • FlixBus
    13h 30m
    0
    16:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    05:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    5h 40m
    0
    05:24
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:04
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £223
  • CrossCountry
    5h 53m
    0
    05:24
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:17
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £223

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    13h 30m
    0
    16:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    05:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    16h 1m
    0
    23:59
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    17h 35m
    0
    12:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    05:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35

What are the fastest trips from Plymouth to Liverpool?

You can get to Liverpool from Plymouth in just 5h 40m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 5h 40m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 13h 30m
Friday
from 5h 40m
Saturday
from 13h 30m
Sunday
Monday
from 17h 35m

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • CrossCountry
    5h 40m
    0
    05:24
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:04
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £248
  • CrossCountry
    5h 44m
    0
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    12:04
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £248
  • CrossCountry
    5h 50m
    0
    07:27
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    13:17
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £110
  • CrossCountry
    5h 53m
    0
    05:24
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:17
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £70
  • CrossCountry
    5h 57m
    0
    06:20
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    12:17
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £70

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    13h 30m
    0
    16:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    05:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    16h 1m
    0
    23:59
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £39

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • CrossCountry
    5h 40m
    0
    05:24
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:04
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £223
  • CrossCountry
    5h 53m
    0
    05:24
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    11:17
    Liverpool
    Lime Street Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £223

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    13h 30m
    0
    16:10
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    05:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    16h 1m
    0
    23:59
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    16:00
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £55

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    17h 35m
    0
    12:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    05:40
    Liverpool
    One Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Plymouth to Liverpool

What are the most popular stations in Plymouth and Liverpool?

In Plymouth, you will usually depart from Central Station, Coach Station or Devonport Station, while in Liverpool you will be arriving at Lime Street Station, One Bus Station or Penny Lane, 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 Liverpool from Plymouth? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus 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 Plymouth and Liverpool, you can pay as low as £35 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 CrossCountry: you will get to Liverpool in just 5h 40m.

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 Plymouth and Liverpool are CrossCountry and FlixBus, 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 Plymouth and Liverpool 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 Torpoint or to Birkenhead, and look at flights from , and landing at Blackpool Airport. 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 Plymouth to Liverpool?

The most popular companies between Plymouth and Liverpool, are CrossCountry and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Plymouth to Liverpool

How can I reach Liverpool from Plymouth?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Liverpool from Plymouth.

How far is Liverpool from Plymouth?

The distance between Plymouth and Liverpool is 346.4 km.

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

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 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 59 kgs, and a flight 85 kgs.

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

You can get to Liverpool with just £35 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Liverpool in just 5h 40m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Plymouth and to Liverpool

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