Doncaster to London train
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Train schedule from Doncaster to London
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Fastest train times from Doncaster to London
Fastest Journey
1 h 37 m
Average
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
234 km
Of the 12 trains that leave Doncaster for London every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Doncaster to London
 | Distance | 145 miles (234 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 37 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $45 (€40) |
 | Train frequency | 25 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Thameslink, Great Northern, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway or Hull Trains |
Trains from Doncaster to London cover the 145 miles (234 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 37 min with our travel partners like Thameslink, Great Northern, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway or Hull Trains. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $26 (€23), but the average price of train tickets is $45 (€40). Travelers depart most frequently from Doncaster and arrive in London Victoria.
Trains from Doncaster to London: Journey Details
The first train to King's Cross departing Doncaster during the week, is between 5.00 and 6.00 a.m. This service pulls in about 2 hours later, the last train at night is normally a stopping service leaving around 10.30 p.m. and arriving in London at between 01.00 and 02.00 a.m. Services on a Sunday are fewer but also direct. As with all intercity train fares, the further in advance one can book, the cheaper tickets will be. This rail franchise is operated by Virgin with a concession to First Hull Trains.
Taking the Train from Doncaster
Trains from Doncaster to London are frequent, fast and reliable. During the day there are between three and four trains an hour which take between one hour 41 minutes and just over two hours to arrive. Trains leave the centrally located Doncaster Station which is well served by local bus routes and a cab rank, it is walkable from anywhere in town, provided there is no heavy luggage to carry.
Getting into London King's Cross by Train
Of course, London is a big place. King's Cross station is the main terminal serving trains from the North to and from the Capital. Nearby attractions include the British Library and the famous Harry Potter platform for a photo opportunity. The Kings Cross/St Pancras subway interchange links six London underground lines, so it is simple to reach any part of London with zero or one change. Football supporters following Rovers or the Belles can easily get to Leyton Orient, Millwall, Barnet or FC Wimbledon from here. For sight-seers and family trips, the open top bus (guided tour of London) also stops outside the concourse. Public transport in London does run all night but services can be patchy to remote suburbs. Black cabs are safe and reliable but can also be very expensive.
Travel Tips: Trains from Doncaster to London
Omio customers book a train from Doncaster to London Victoria most frequently for this route.
Passengers booking this route most frequently board their trains from Doncaster and need to travel around 0.1 miles (199 m) from the city center to get to this train station.
Passengers arriving in London most often arrive at London Victoria and need to travel around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) from this train station to the city center.
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