Castle Donington to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Castle Donington to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Sept

Cheapest price on 21 Sept

£9

Average ticket price on 21 Sept

£13

Fastest journey on 21 Sept

2 h 35 m

Average journey duration on 21 Sept

2 h 42 m

Buses on 21 Sept

26

Distance

170 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Castle Donington to London will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

On Mon 21 Sept, we found 26 buses from Castle Donington to London, including 26 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 m 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:502h35
    Derby, Bus Station
    13:25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:503h05
    Derby, Bus Station
    22:55London, Victoria Coach Station
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:503h10
    Derby, Bus Station
    14:00London, Victoria Coach Station
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:053h15
    Derby, Bus Station
    22:20London, Victoria Coach Station
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:052h45
    Derby, Bus Station
    21:50London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    £91One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Castle Donington to London

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Castle Donington to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £52.

Distance: 170 km

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Driving

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£52

Average Price

£32

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 59m

Average total duration

3h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 38m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

FlixBus

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East Midlands Railway

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Castle Donington to London is a coach with an average price of £11.

This is compared to other travel options from Castle Donington to London:

A coach is £41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castle Donington to London costing on average £52.

The fastest way to travel from Castle Donington to London is by train with an average journey time of 1h 51m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Castle Donington and London including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 3h 29m versus 2h 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Castle Donington to London bus times

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

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus6:10 Derby, Bus Station
3h30
9:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:10 Derby, Bus Station
4h00
10:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:45 Loughborough, The Rushes
2h55
9:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:45 Loughborough, The Rushes
3h25
10:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 Derby, Bus Station
3h20
10:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 Derby, Bus Station
3h55
11:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Derby, Bus Station
4h00
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Derby, Bus Station
3h30
12:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:35 Loughborough, The Rushes
3h25
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:35 Loughborough, The Rushes
2h55
12:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:50 Derby, Bus Station
2h35
13:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:50 Derby, Bus Station
3h10
14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:15 Derby, Bus Station
3h10
14:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:15 Derby, Bus Station
2h40
13:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:05 Derby, Bus Station
3h55
20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:05 Derby, Bus Station
3h20
19:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:45 Derby, Bus Station
3h20
21:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:45 Derby, Bus Station
3h55
21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:05 Derby, Bus Station
3h15
22:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:05 Derby, Bus Station
2h45
21:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:50 Derby, Bus Station
2h35
22:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:50 Derby, Bus Station
3h05
22:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
Monday 21 September
FlixBusFlixBus3:10 Derby, Bus Station
3h45
6:55 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:10 Derby, Bus Station
3h20
6:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:30 Derby, Bus Station
3h20
7:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:30 Derby, Bus Station
3h55
8:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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

National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Castle Donington to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Castle Donington to London.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Castle Donington to London.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Castle Donington to London.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Castle Donington to London.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Castle Donington to London

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Buses from Castle Donington to London run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 32 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 4h 0m.

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
Distance
170 km
Average bus duration
3h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
36
Direct buses
32
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:35
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
49 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

Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Castle Donington to LondonYou can travel by bus between Castle Donington to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£11
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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
3h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
£10
National Express frequency
17 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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Mid-range
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Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

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FAQs: Castle Donington to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castle Donington to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Castle Donington to London can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Castle Donington to London is £11; 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 Castle Donington to London is 4h 0m to travel the 170 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 Castle Donington to London leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Castle Donington to London leaves at 23:35.
Yes, there are 32 direct coaches a day from Castle Donington to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Castle Donington to London, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Castle Donington and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Castle Donington , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Derby, Bus Station, Nottingham, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Loughborough, The Rushes, Loughborough, University, Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Golders Green Station, London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Castle Donington is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Castle Donington to London is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Castle Donington and London including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Castle Donington to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Castle Donington to London for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Castle Donington to London 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.
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 Castle Donington to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Castle Donington to London:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Castle Donington to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Castle Donington to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Castle Donington to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Castle Donington to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Castle Donington to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Castle Donington and London

Most Castle Donington to London buses use the Derby, Bus Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Castle Donington and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Castle Donington
Arrival bus stations in London

Which London station do buses from Castle Donington arrive at?

Buses from Castle Donington to London most often arrive at London, Victoria Coach Station. Some services arrive at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria 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: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

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

London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre

BusN113 · 22m · £2 · every ~2 min
A1, A31, A2, A6 · 25m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
757 · 28m · £4 · every ~9 min
A31, A1, A2, A6 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Uk023, Ukx010, Ukn21, Ukn10, Uk003, Uk014, Uk008, Ukn11, Uk010, Uk020, Uk004, Uk021, Uk001, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn30, Uk030, Uk005, Uk002, Ukn31 · 40m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
13 · 41m · £4 · every ~28 min
SubwayJubilee · 12m · £5 · every ~68 min
Jubilee · 12m · £4 · every ~68 min
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)5 Black's Rd, London W6 9DT, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) from London city centre

London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN9 · 24m · £2 · every ~4 min
702 · 31m · £2 · every ~5 min
N9 · 31m · £2 · every ~4 min
N97 · 33m · £33 · every ~3 min
9, N9 · 47m · £2 · every ~26 min
27, N27 · 47m · £2 · every ~26 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 19m · £5 · every ~91 min

London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) bus station facilities and services

London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre). ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Limited accessibility available.

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