Birmingham to Castle Donington bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Castle Donington

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Sept

Cheapest price on 21 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 21 Sept

£26

Fastest journey on 21 Sept

1 h 50 m

Average journey duration on 21 Sept

2 h 11 m

Buses on 21 Sept

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 an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 55 km

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Driving

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£11

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Castle Donington is a train with an average price of £23.
The fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Castle Donington is by train with an average journey time of 59m.
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.

Live departures

Birmingham to Castle Donington bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Castle Donington coaches for today, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express7:45 Birmingham
2h59
10:44 Bus Station1 change
National Express10:00 Birmingham
2h14
12:14 Bus Station1 change
National Express11:45 Birmingham
2h59
14:44 Bus Station1 change
National Express13:30 Birmingham
2h03
15:33 Bus Station1 change
National Express15:00 Birmingham
2h14
17:14 Bus Station1 change
National Express17:00 Birmingham
2h14
19:14 Bus Station1 change
National Express18:15 Birmingham
3h29
21:44 Bus Station1 change
National Express19:30 Birmingham
2h20
21:50 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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Compare prices and tickets Birmingham to Castle Donington by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Castle Donington

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Take a bus from Birmingham to Castle Donington and enjoy the approximately 55 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest coach runs at 04:11, the last at 22:14.

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 £11
Distance
55 km
First bus
4:11
Last bus
22:14
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
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 £11

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 £11. 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 National Express Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£71
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.
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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
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.
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.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.
The cheapest month for a coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington is June.
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.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
No, the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
No, luggage for the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Birmingham to Castle Donington.

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.

More about Birmingham, Coach Station

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