LEGO Creator 40953 London Bus

Specifications
| Set number | 40953 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2026 |
| Piece count | 245 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Creator |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 40953 London Bus, released in 2026 as part of the Creator line, has 245 pieces. Its inventory breaks down into 69 different lots, across 11 colors.
London Bus sits in the Creator theme, a setting commonly used for standalone builds based on clear shapes and familiar subjects. The model represents a London bus, presented as an urban vehicle.
The set can serve as a display model, a small addition to a city layout or part of a Creator vehicle collection.
Inventory of set 40953
The inventory of set 40953 lists 245 pieces, spare parts excluded: 69 different lots (one shape in one color) for 50 part shapes. The box also contains 9 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 40953
Main color: red, making up 58% of the parts, followed by trans-clear (13%) and black (9%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 141 | 58% | |
| Trans-Clear | 31 | 13% | |
| Black | 22 | 9% | |
| Tan | 18 | 7.3% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 13 | 5.3% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 7 | 2.9% | |
| Flat Silver | 4 | 1.6% | |
| Yellow | 2 | 0.8% | |
| White | 2 | 0.8% | |
| Medium Azure | 2 | 0.8% | |
| Other colors (1) | 2 | 0.8% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 86 | 35% | |
| Bricks | 72 | 29% | |
| Tiles | 21 | 8.6% | |
| Bricks Curved | 13 | 5.3% | |
| Plates Special | 13 | 5.3% | |
| Wheels and Tyres | 8 | 3.3% |
Most common parts in set 40953
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Brick 1 x 2 without Bottom Tube 3065 | Trans-Clear | 23 |
| Brick 1 x 1 3005 | Red | 18 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | Red | 13 |
| Brick Curved 1 x 2 x 1 with Curved Top 5841 | Red | 12 |
| Tile 1 x 2 with Groove 3069b | Red | 8 |
| Plate 1 x 8 3460 | Red | 8 |
| Tile 2 x 6 69729 | Red | 8 |
| Brick 1 x 3 3622 | Red | 7 |
| Plate 1 x 3 3623 | Red | 7 |
| Plate 1 x 10 4477 | Red | 6 |
45 of the 50 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
Exclusive parts in set 40953
2 part shapes in set 40953 appear in no other set in the catalog, most often printed elements, stickers or molds specific to the model. If one gets lost, you will need to look for it individually, for example on BrickLink, rather than in another set.
| Part | Color |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Base 6 x 10 x 2/3 7808 | Black |
| Sticker Sheet for Set 40953-1 10116627 |
Rebuilding set 40953 from another set
Share of the parts of set 40953 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76313 MARVEL Logo | 38% | 931 | 2025 |
| 75913 F14 T & Scuderia Ferrari Truck | 33% | 892 | 2015 |
| 4000007 Ole Kirk's House (LEGO Employee Christmas Gift Version) | 32% | 910 | 2012 |
| 10024 Red Baron | 31% | 670 | 2002 |
| 8185 Ferrari Truck | 31% | 539 | 2009 |
No similarly sized set goes above 38%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 40953 within its line
With 245 pieces, set 40953 ranks #258 out of 543 Creator sets in our database, which have an average of 421 parts. Among the 558 sets released in 2026, it ranks #362.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 40953 London Bus have?
LEGO set 40953 London Bus has 245 pieces. It was released in 2026 as part of the Creator theme.
What year was LEGO set 40953 released?
Set 40953 London Bus was released in 2026 and belongs to the Creator theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 40953?
LEGO set 40953 London Bus does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 40953?
The instructions for LEGO set 40953 London Bus can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 40953.
What is the main color of LEGO set 40953?
Red, with 141 out of 245 pieces, or 58%. Next come trans-clear (13%) and black (9%).
How many different parts does set 40953 contain?
Set 40953 has 69 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 50 part shapes. Most common part: Brick 1 x 2 without Bottom Tube in trans-clear, with 23 copies.
Does LEGO set 40953 contain any exclusive parts?
Yes: 2 part shapes exist in no other set, for example: Vehicle Base 6 x 10 x 2/3.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 40953?
Set 76313 MARVEL Logo, released in 2025: it supplies 38%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Does the French Amazon title mean lights are included with the LEGO set?
The supplied Amazon title describes a compatible LED light kit and states that the model is not included. This entry concerns LEGO set 40953 London Bus.
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