Birmingham to Castle Donington bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Castle Donington

Showing times and prices for 06 Aug

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£26

Fastest journey

1 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 11 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

55 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

To travel from Birmingham to Castle Donington you need to make at least one change.

  • National Express
    13:302h00
    Birmingham
    15:30Bus Station
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    19:301h50
    Birmingham
    21:20Bus Station
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    7:303h18
    Birmingham
    10:48Bus Station
    £271One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    10:002h08
    Birmingham
    12:08Bus Station
    £271One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    11:453h06
    Birmingham
    14:51Bus Station
    £271One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach 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 £4. 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 £4, and a coach costs an average of £24.

Distance: 55 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£26

Average Price

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 10m

Average total duration

2h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

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30m

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Live departures

Birmingham to Castle Donington bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Castle Donington coaches for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express7:30 Birmingham
3h18
10:48 Bus Station1 change
National Express10:00 Birmingham
2h08
12:08 Bus Station1 change
National Express11:45 Birmingham
3h06
14:51 Bus Station1 change
National Express13:30 Birmingham
2h00
15:30 Bus Station1 change
National Express15:00 Birmingham
2h27
17:27 Bus Station1 change
National Express17:00 Birmingham
2h32
19:32 Bus Station1 change
National Express18:15 Birmingham
3h29
21:44 Bus Station1 change
National Express19:30 Birmingham
1h50
21:20 Bus Station1 change
National Express22:30 Birmingham
3h14
1:44 Bus Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Birmingham to Castle Donington coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Birmingham to Castle Donington.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Birmingham to Castle Donington.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham to Castle Donington.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Castle Donington

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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 £24 but you can travel from only £4 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 04:11, the last at 22:14. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 1h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Distance
55 km
Average bus duration
2h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
8
Fastest bus
1h 50m
First bus
4:11
Last bus
22:14
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Best time to book
6 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4

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 £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Birmingham to Castle Donington coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Castle Donington by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Castle Donington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Castle Donington can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Castle Donington is £26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington is 1h 50m to travel the 55 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington leaves at 4:11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington leaves at 22:14.
There are 8 coaches a day from Birmingham to Castle Donington which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Castle Donington. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Birmingham and Castle Donington and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Birmingham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Birmingham, Coach Station . When arriving in Castle Donington , you can end your route in coach stations like Loughborough, University, Loughborough, The Rushes, Castle Donington, Donington Park.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Loughborough, University, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Castle Donington from Birmingham is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birmingham and Castle Donington including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Birmingham to Castle Donington:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Castle Donington

Most Birmingham to Castle Donington buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Loughborough, University station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Castle Donington bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Birmingham
Arrival bus stations in Castle Donington

Which Birmingham station do buses to Castle Donington leave from?

Buses from Birmingham to Castle Donington leave from Birmingham, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre at Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom.
Birmingham, Coach StationMill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre

Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 97, 6, X2, 3, 97A, 2, 4A, 5, X1 · 4m · £2 · every ~191 min
X2, 4A, X1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5 · 13m · £2 · every ~149 min

Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

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