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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Glasgow to Castle Donington
Cheapest price on 21 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 21 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 21 Sept
13 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 21 Sept
13 h 35 m
Buses on 21 Sept
1
Distance
385 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Castle Donington will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
On Mon 21 Sept, we found 1 buses from Glasgow to Castle Donington, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 385 km distance in an average of 13 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 35 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.
6:3513h35Glasgow20:10Castle Donington£281One-way0 changes
- 6:3513h35Glasgow20:10Castle Donington£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Castle Donington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Castle Donington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, while a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 385 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £78 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 32m Average total duration 11h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Castle Donington:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Castle Donington costing on average £84.
Other travel options to Castle Donington take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 2m.
Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £78 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 11h 2m versus 5h 0m 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.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Castle Donington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Castle Donington run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 385 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 385 km |
Average bus duration 11h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Glasgow to Castle Donington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Castle Donington
Most Glasgow to Castle Donington buses use the Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station to Derby, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Castle Donington bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Glasgow station do buses to Castle Donington leave from?
Getting to Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Glasgow, Buchanan Bus 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 Buchanan (in the station), Coffee Express (in the station), Fast Bites (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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