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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Castle Donington
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Birmingham to Castle Donington without transferring at least once.
1:30 PM2h00Birmingham3:30 PMBus Station$341One-way1 transfer- 7:30 AM3h18Birmingham10:48 AMBus Station$371One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM2h08Birmingham12:08 PMBus Station$371One-way1 transfer
- 11:45 AM3h06Birmingham2:51 PMBus Station$371One-way1 transfer
- 3:00 PM2h27Birmingham5:27 PMBus Station$371One-way1 transfer
- 1:30 PM2h00Birmingham3:30 PMBus Station$341One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM2h08Birmingham12:08 PMBus Station$371One-way1 transfer
- 3:00 PM2h27Birmingham5:27 PMBus Station$371One-way1 transfer
- 11:45 AM3h06Birmingham2:51 PMBus Station$371One-way1 transfer
- 7:30 AM3h18Birmingham10:48 AMBus Station$371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Birmingham to Castle Donington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Castle Donington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $34.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Castle Donington:
A train is $24 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Birmingham to Castle Donington costing on average $37 (€29).
Other travel options to Castle Donington take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Birmingham to Castle Donington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Castle Donington buses for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 PM Birmingham | 2h32 | 7:32 PM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 6:15 PM Birmingham | 3h29 | 9:44 PM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 7:30 PM Birmingham | 1h50 | 9:20 PM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 10:30 PM Birmingham | 3h14 | 1:44 AM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
| 7:30 AM Birmingham | 3h18 | 10:48 AM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 10:00 AM Birmingham | 2h08 | 12:08 PM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 11:45 AM Birmingham | 3h06 | 2:51 PM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 1:30 PM Birmingham | 2h00 | 3:30 PM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 3:00 PM Birmingham | 2h27 | 5:27 PM Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Castle Donington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham to Castle Donington run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:11, the last at 22:14. The fastest bus covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 4:11 AM |
Last bus 10:14 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to Castle DoningtonYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Castle Donington with National Express for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Castle Donington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Castle Donington by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Castle Donington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Castle Donington
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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