The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Doncaster
Cheapest price
$181
Average price
$204
Fastest journey
5 h 57 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Doncaster will cost around $204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
Of the 2 trains that leave Aberdeen for Doncaster on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 6 h 1 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Aberdeen to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €85.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€115 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €179 Average price |
6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Aberdeen to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Doncaster trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:57 AM Aberdeen | 5h57 | 10:54 AM Doncaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:52 AM Aberdeen | 6h01 | 2:53 PM Doncaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Aberdeen to Doncaster trains with Omio?
LNER as well as CrossCountry and Cross Country offer trains services from Aberdeen to Doncaster. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Aberdeen to Doncaster.
Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Aberdeen to Doncaster.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare LNER with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Aberdeen to Doncaster.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While LNER tickets can be bought on LNER's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Aberdeen to Doncaster.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Aberdeen to Doncaster.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Doncaster
Trains from Aberdeen to Doncaster run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 18:12. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 5h 32m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 18:12 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Aberdeen to Doncaster trainsLNER, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Aberdeen and Doncaster from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Aberdeen to Doncaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Doncaster by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Doncaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aberdeen to Doncaster
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
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