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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 25 trains that leave Doncaster station (DON) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Thu, Aug 13, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 46 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.
G00718 · G010826:59 PM3h15Doncaster station (DON)10:14 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$991One-way1 transfer- G00716 · G010805:59 PM3h10Doncaster station (DON)9:09 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$991One-way1 transfer
G801915:20 AM3h12Doncaster station (DON)8:32 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1011One-way0 transfers- G802059:43 AM2h47Doncaster station (DON)12:30 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1011One-way0 transfers
- G801998:43 AM2h50Doncaster station (DON)11:33 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1061One-way0 transfers
- G802281:43 PM2h44Doncaster station (DON)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1131One-way0 transfers
- G8021611:43 AM2h44Doncaster station (DON)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1061One-way0 transfers
- G802413:43 PM2h45Doncaster station (DON)6:28 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1131One-way0 transfers
- C019717:42 AM2h46Doncaster station (DON)10:28 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1351One-way0 transfers
- C019435:43 PM2h46Doncaster station (DON)8:29 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $86 (€70).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 51m.
The journey is about 1h 13m faster (3h 8m by train vs 4h 21m by car) and roughly $35 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($86 (€70) vs $120 (€98)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80216 | On time 11:43 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h44 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00739 · G01062 | On time 11:59 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h11 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80224 | On time 12:43 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h51 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00698 · G01064 | On time 12:59 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h08 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80228 | On time 1:43 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h44 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00701 · G01067 | On time 1:59 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h10 | 5:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80234 | On time 2:43 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h48 | 5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00706 · G01069 | On time 2:59 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h11 | 6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80241 | On time 3:43 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h45 | 6:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00710 · G01073 | On time 3:59 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h12 | 7:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80247 | On time 4:43 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h50 | 7:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01943 | On time 5:43 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h46 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00716 · G01080 | On time 5:59 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h10 | 9:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80259 | On time 6:43 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h51 | 9:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00718 · G01082 | On time 6:59 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h15 | 10:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80266 | On time 7:43 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h52 | 10:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80272 | On time 8:42 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h53 | 11:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80274 | On time 9:42 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h56 | 12:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
| G80191 | 5:20 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h12 | 8:32 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80193 | 6:40 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h58 | 9:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C01971 | 7:42 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h46 | 10:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80199 | 8:43 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h50 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G80205 | 9:43 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h47 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00738 · G66987 | 9:59 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 3h11 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80211 | 10:43 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h49 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Doncaster station (DON) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $20 (€16). 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 Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Doncaster station (DON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Doncaster station (DON) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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