5A
Plymouth City Centre ↔ Elburton Bus Times
05:45
33 minCharnhill Way 06:0706:45
93 minCharnhill Way 07:0907:45
153 minCharnhill Way 08:0908:45
213 minCharnhill Way 09:1309:35
263 minCharnhill Way 10:0310:05
293 minCharnhill Way 10:28SATURDAY · 24 services05:45 — 23:05
The 5A bus runs between Plymouth City Centre and Elburton, operated by Go-Ahead. This route has 30 stops. Looking like 17°C and clear for the next bus at 05:45. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Fares & Tickets
Day Pass
£3.50
Weekly
£30.00
Passes through:
Plymouth City CentreCattedownPrince RockPomphlettOrestonPlymstockStaddiscombeElburton
Where does the 5A bus stop?
The 5A serves 30 stops passing through Plymouth City Centre, Cattedown, Prince Rock, Pomphlett, Oreston, Plymstock, Staddiscombe and Elburton. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 5A run on weekends?
Yes, the 5A 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 5A?
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 5A run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 5A. 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 30 bus stops across 8 areas.