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Today11 Aug
Tomorrow12 Aug
from US$20
Wed13 Aug
Thu14 Aug
Fri15 Aug
Sat16 Aug
from US$22
Sun17 Aug
Mon18 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Plymouth
    Destination location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Plymouth
    Destination location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Plymouth
    Destination location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Plymouth
    Destination location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Cardiff
    Departure location: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens)
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Plymouth
    Destination location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Plymouth

Bus
Average priceUS$15 - US$60Average duration6h 25m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$77 - US$205Average duration3h 44m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$14 - US$14Average duration2h 10m
6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cardiff to Plymouth

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
6h 25mAverage duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cardiff to Plymouth: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$21
Average bus trip duration6h 25m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance88 miles
Latest bus departure23:35

Cardiff to Plymouth Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cardiff - Plymouth

  1. How far is Plymouth from Cardiff by coach?

    The journey from Cardiff to Plymouth by coach covers an approximate distance of 88 miles (141 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Plymouth from Cardiff without a car?

    You can reach Plymouth from Cardiff by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$21
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US$14
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US$16
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US$17
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US$18
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US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cardiff to Plymouth was searched and found on 11 Aug 2025 with a price of US$14

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

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14, which is on 2025-08-13.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

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.

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