The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Castle Donington
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester 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 Manchester to Castle Donington will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Castle Donington 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 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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 Manchester to Castle Donington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Castle Donington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 93 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Castle Donington
Buses from Manchester to Castle Donington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:27, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 02:27 |
Last bus 23:54 |
FAQs: Manchester to Castle Donington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester and Castle Donington
- 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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