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Compare train for Burnley to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burnley to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$39 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 47m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burnley to Doncaster
Trains from Burnley to Doncaster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Burnley to Doncaster trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Burnley and Doncaster from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Burnley to Doncaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burnley 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 Burnley to Doncaster
Most Burnley to Doncaster trains use the Burnley Manchester Road to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Burnley and Doncaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Burnley station do trains to Doncaster leave from?
Getting to Burnley Manchester Road from Burnley city centre
Burnley Manchester Road is 1 km from Burnley city centre. Public transport options include:
Burnley Manchester Road train station facilities and services
Burnley Manchester Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burnley Manchester Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burnley Manchester Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burnley Manchester Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnley Manchester Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnley Manchester Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, No access problems for mobility impaired customers as the access to the platforms is via the ramps, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Burnley Central from Burnley city centre
Burnley Central train station facilities and services
Burnley Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burnley Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Burnley Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burnley Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burnley Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burnley Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Access from car park up 20 metre ramp or up 4 steps. 25 mm brick lip at base of ramp. Access from Railway Street up 18 steps with rest platform and handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Doncaster station do trains from Burnley arrive at?
Getting to Doncaster from Doncaster city centre
Doncaster train station facilities and services
Doncaster has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Doncaster.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Doncaster. ATMs are available at Doncaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Doncaster.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Doncaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Doncaster: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Doncaster: 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.
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