42
Plymouth City Centre ↔ Southway Bus Times
09:50
279 minSamuel Bassett Ave.. 10:2810:50
339 minSamuel Bassett Ave.. 11:2811:50
399 minSamuel Bassett Ave.. 12:28SATURDAY · 17 services06:44 — 22:50
The 42 bus runs between Plymouth City Centre and Southway, operated by Go-Ahead. This route has 36 stops. Looking like 16°C and clear for the next bus at 06:44. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Number 42 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Day Pass
£3.50
Weekly
£30.00
Passes through:
Plymouth City CentrePlymouthMutleyMannameadHartleyManadonCrownhillDerrifordSouthway
Where does the 42 bus stop?
The 42 serves 36 stops passing through Plymouth City Centre, Plymouth, Mutley, Mannamead, Hartley, Manadon, Crownhill, Derriford and Southway. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 42 run on weekends?
Yes, the 42 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 42?
Most Go-Ahead services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Go-Ahead for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 42 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 42. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Go-Ahead to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: ETBU, GAHL, LCAG, CROP, GAWY, LGEN, LONC, BTRI, DBLU, EYMS, GONW, OXBC, THTR, CSLB, NATI, BLUS, WDBC, SWWD, TDTR, SVCT, TOUR, DAMY, UNIL, METR, PROC, BHBC, DDIS, GNEL, PLYC, GOSW, UNBU, TFCN, SDMS, OEXP, MBGA, CSSO, GAGL, PULH
Valid from 23 Mar 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 36 bus stops across 9 areas.