🚌 Bus from Paignton to Plymouth City Centre
2 direct routes · about 65 min · first bus 13:30, last bus 23:58 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 501 | National Express | ~65 min | 12 | 13:30 | 23:58 | Upper Manor Road (NE-bound) |
| 80 | Stagecoach South West | ~113 min | 1 | 16:58 | 16:58 | South Devon College (Stand 2) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Paignton on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Paignton to Plymouth City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Paignton to Plymouth City Centre: the 501 (National Express), the 80 (Stagecoach South West).
How long does the bus take from Paignton to Plymouth City Centre?
Around 65 minutes on the 501, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Paignton to Plymouth City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 501) leaves around 13:30 and the last around 23:58. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Paignton to Plymouth City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.