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Lego London Bus 40953

A bright red LEGO double-decker London bus, displaying a Union Jack sticker and route number '24 Leicester Sq.' on its side, viewed from a slight angle.

London's Rolling Icon

Dive into the details of the LEGO Creator 40953 London Bus, built from 245 pieces at a great value of 8¢ a brick. The instantly recognizable red double-decker takes shape with a clever mix of plates and tiles for its smooth exterior. The printed Union Jack and '24 Leicester Sq.' route details add an authentic touch, capturing the essence of London's streets. Those trans-clear windows truly make the upper and lower decks pop, inviting you to imagine a journey through the city.

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Set # 40953
Released 2026
Pieces 245
Price / Piece 8.2¢
Figures None
Age 8+
Scale & Brick Value Piece Volume & Pricing Ranks
Piece Rank #1058 Top 69% active
Historic Scale #4,687 Top 24% of 20,150
Part Efficiency #474 7.9¢/pc • Top 31%
Collector Insights Verified Oct 11, 2026

Includes 1 exclusive mold and 1 rare element recorded across official inventories.

This set also includes 1 light extension
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Set 40953 Build Specifications & Overview

Complete build timeline, spatial dimensions, and display footprint analysis.

Value Breakdown

Est. Build Time (*Pieces per minute)
Casual 2.1h 2 ppm*
AFOL (Avg) 1.1h 4 ppm*
Master Builder 0.6h 7 ppm*
Avg Price / Hour
$18.17/hr
Price Per Basic Brick
$0.08

Priced perfectly inline with standard LEGO sets.

Display Dimensions

Building Instructions

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Third-Party Display Extension

Illuminate the Iconic London Bus: A Lighting Kit Spotlight

BUILDS:1|STARTER: $19.98|PRO: $19.98|MEDIAN: $19.98

The LEGO Creator London Bus (40953) is a compact, charming build that begs for a little glow. With a single lighting kit on the market, we break down how BrickBling's modular micro-LED approach transforms this set into a nighttime showpiece. Whether you want subtle window glow or a full-on city display, here's what to expect from this budget-tier option.

BrickBling LED kit for LEGO London Bus 40953 illuminating windows and headlights
budget floor

Brighten Your London Commute

$19.98
Starting At
Standard Version$19.98

Sitting at the floor of the market at $19.98, this kit focuses on the bus's windows, headlights, and rear platform for maximum nighttime charm. Using modular micro-LEDs with clean concealment, the single standard edition offers a straightforward pre-soldered harness that tucks neatly along the base, perfect for desk displays. If you want a affordable way to make your bus pop after dark, this is the kit for you.

Set Cost Ratio99.95%
RGB CapableNo
RemoteNone
Price Rank#1 of 1
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Lighting kits and display add-ons are custom third-party accessories produced independently. They are not manufactured, sponsored, or endorsed by the LEGO Group.