Manchester to Castle Donington bus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Castle Donington

Showing times and prices for 01 Feb

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast coaches

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.

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13:205h15
Manchester
18:35Castle Donington
£171One-way
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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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Train

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

£19

Average Price

5h 45m

Average total duration

5h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

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30m

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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Castle Donington by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Castle Donington

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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.

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
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
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

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Castle Donington can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Castle Donington is £14; 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 Manchester to Castle Donington is 5h 15m to travel the 93 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 Manchester to Castle Donington leaves at 2:27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Castle Donington leaves at 23:54.
When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Coach Station . When arriving in Castle Donington , you can end your route in coach stations like Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Derby, Bus Station, Loughborough, The Rushes, Castle Donington, Donington Park, Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Castle Donington from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to Castle Donington is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Castle Donington including taking a coach and train.
No, the coach from Manchester to Castle Donington has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Castle Donington.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Manchester 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 Manchester to Castle Donington.
No, luggage for the coach from Manchester to Castle Donington needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Manchester to Castle Donington.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Castle Donington.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Castle Donington.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Manchester to Castle Donington.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Castle Donington

Manchester
Castle Donington
The major coach station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange for your trip from Manchester to Castle Donington.
Amenities at bus station
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens

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