
"With a BrickScore of 81.1 and 91% of over 2,900 owners recommending it, the London Bus is a Highly Recommended entry-level set that consistently over-delivers on its $9.99 price point, offering an iconic, recognizable build that works equally well as a quick gift, a first LEGO experience, or a compact display companion to the Architecture line."
The London Bus (40220) is a compact, affordable Creator set that earns a Highly Recommended verdict with a BrickScore of 81.1 by delivering exactly what it promises: an immediately recognizable iconic double-decker bus at an accessible entry price. All review data comes from owner feedback, but the signal across 2,981 ratings is strongly positive and consistent, averaging 4.6 out of 5 across Amazon, Walmart, and LEGO.com. Buyers ranging from first-time builders to seasoned collectors describe it as a satisfying quick build with strong display appeal and broad gift appeal.


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Unlock with Collector or Reseller"it's just a beautiful little thing in my opinion. It's a nearly perfect thing for what it is and for its scale."
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"This is a very nice set for a giveaway."
Brickset Reviews"it's just a beautiful little thing in my opinion. It's a nearly perfect thing for what it is and for its scale."

"This is a very nice set for a giveaway."
Owners overwhelmingly love this set as an easy, charming, quick-build display piece and beginner-friendly kit, though a vocal minority raise concerns about scale compatibility, occasional missing parts, and LEGO.com shipping/service issues.
Amazon4.6
LEGO.com4.8