What is the cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Plymouth?

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Plymouth is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Plymouth is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Scotchford Bridge and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Bus Station, Thetford and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Plymouth via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Plymouth?

The distance between Stanstead and Plymouth is 307 miles. The road distance is 286.5 miles.

How do I travel from Stanstead to Plymouth without a car?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs £130 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Stanstead to Plymouth?

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Stanstead to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Plymouth bus from?

Stanstead to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Thetford station.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Plymouth train from?

Stanstead to Plymouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Plymouth is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 58m.

Where does the Stanstead to Plymouth bus arrive?

Stanstead to Plymouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Stanstead to Plymouth train arrive?

Stanstead to Plymouth train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Plymouth is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Stanstead to Plymouth.

Where can I stay near Plymouth?

There are 1674+ hotels available in Plymouth.

Stanstead to Plymouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanstead to Plymouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 42m
£134–255
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thetford to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Ukn49
11h 58m
£42–70
Drive 284.8 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Plymouthcar 284.8 mi
5h 13m
£70–100
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 501 / ...
12h 25m
£57–136

Stanstead to Plymouth by bus and train

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6h 42mAverage Duration

£134Cheapest Price

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Distance: 305.1 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Stanstead, England and Plymouth, England?

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Plymouth via Bus Station, Groves Close, Colchester, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scotchford Bridge to Plymouth Coach Station via Bus Station, Thetford, and London Heathrow Airport in around 11h 58m.

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