Set Details
- Set Number
- 10258
- Name
- London Bus
- Theme
- Creator
- Year
- 2017
- Pieces
- 1,686
- Complexity
- Expert
- Build Time
- 8-16 hours
- Ages
- 16+
- Type
- Both play and display
About LEGO London Bus
LEGO London Bus (set #10258) is a major set with substantial building depth with 1,686 pieces from the Creator theme, released in 2017. The Creator line features versatile sets that can often be rebuilt into multiple models. At 1,686 pieces, this is a expert-level build with an estimated build time of 8-16 hours, suitable for ages 16+.
Set Highlights
- 1,686 pieces across multiple numbered bags — staged building keeps the process organized.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Versatile build — display-worthy when complete, durable enough for active play.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Ages 16+
The expert difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 16+ age range.
Weekend Build Project
1,686 pieces with an estimated 8-16 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Creator Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Creator shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.
Build Tips
Open bags one numbered sequence at a time — LEGO orders them to match the build stages and keeps loose piece counts manageable.
Budget 8-16 hours across multiple sessions rather than one sitting. Fatigue leads to missed connections that are hard to trace later.
Keep the instruction booklet after building — it's the most reliable reference for disassembly, cleaning, or reassembly after storage.
Finding Instructions
Building instructions for LEGO London Bus (#10258) are available as a free PDF on LEGO.com. You can also upload a photo of this set to LegoFinder to identify it and access the instructions directly.
London Bus FAQ
Related Reading
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Also Released in 2017
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Sets at roughly the same piece count and complexity tier — different theme and year, but a similar build experience.
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