The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Castle Donington
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London 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 London to Castle Donington will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 3 buses that leave London for Castle Donington on Tue, May 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 4 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:30 AM4h00London1:30 PMCastle Donington$141One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM3h25London7:25 PMCastle Donington$141One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM3h35London7:05 PMCastle Donington$151One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM3h25London7:25 PMCastle Donington$141One-way0 transfers
3:30 PM3h35London7:05 PMCastle Donington$151One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM4h00London1:30 PMCastle Donington$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Castle Donington
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Castle Donington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Castle Donington:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Castle Donington costing on average $56 (€45).
Other travel options to Castle Donington take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 28m.
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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.
London to Castle Donington Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h31 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 3h46 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
London to Castle Donington bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Castle Donington buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 2:55 AM Derby, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h20 | 2:55 AM Derby, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h31 | 3:30 AM Derby, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
![]() | 9:30 AM London | 4h00 | 1:30 PM Castle Donington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM London | 3h35 | 7:05 PM Castle Donington | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM London | 3h25 | 7:25 PM Castle Donington | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Castle Donington
Buses from London to Castle Donington run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 27 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London to Castle DoningtonYou can travel by bus between London to Castle Donington with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Castle Donington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Castle Donington
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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