The cheapest and fastest coaches from Castle Donington to Manchester
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Castle Donington to Manchester 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 Manchester will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 1 buses that leave Castle Donington for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Castle Donington to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castle Donington to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 93 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Castle Donington to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Castle Donington to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:00 Castle Donington | 7h20 | 10:20 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Castle Donington to Manchester
Buses from Castle Donington to Manchester run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 03:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
FAQs: Castle Donington to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castle Donington to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castle Donington and Manchester
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
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