- Must visit
Kelham Island Museum
Major industrial museum telling the story of Sheffield steel, tools and engineering, including large machinery and the city’s manufacturing heritage.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Sheffield will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 9 trains that leave Doncaster for Sheffield on Fri, Jun 19, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 38 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Doncaster to Sheffield:
A train is $1 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Doncaster to Sheffield costing on average $8 (€6).
Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:
Bus takes on average 40m.
The journey is about 5m faster (29m by train vs 34m by car) and roughly $3 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($6 (€5) vs $9 (€7)). 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 Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Sheffield trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:42 PM Doncaster | 0h27 | 4:09 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:42 PM Doncaster | 0h27 | 6:09 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:57 PM Doncaster | 0h32 | 12:29 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 6:34 AM Doncaster | 0h45 | 7:19 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:34 AM Doncaster | 0h40 | 8:14 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Doncaster | 0h31 | 8:06 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:43 AM Doncaster | 0h27 | 8:10 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:21 AM Doncaster | 0h27 | 8:48 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:36 AM Doncaster | 0h38 | 10:14 AM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Doncaster | 0h39 | 12:14 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:42 PM Doncaster | 0h27 | 1:09 PM Sheffield | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (27 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Major industrial museum telling the story of Sheffield steel, tools and engineering, including large machinery and the city’s manufacturing heritage.
City-centre gallery with Sheffield metalwork, design exhibitions and touring art shows; a strong first stop for understanding the city’s industrial and creative identity.
Popular family-friendly museum covering Sheffield’s natural history, archaeology, social history and art in a Victorian setting beside Weston Park.
Trendy former industrial district packed with heritage buildings, canalside walks and creative energy; one of Sheffield’s most talked-about areas.
Central public square with fountains and civic architecture, popular for photos, events and a relaxed city-centre stop near major attractions.
Large Victorian gardens with varied planting, glass pavilions and elegant landscaping; highly regarded for a peaceful break near Ecclesall Road.
Sheffield’s famous spicy table sauce, made in the city since the 19th century and used like Worcestershire sauce on pies, stews, chips, and sandwiches.
A classic Yorkshire baked batter pudding, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy; in Sheffield it is a staple of Sunday roasts across pubs and homes.
A beloved regional Sunday roast of roast beef, gravy, vegetables, and Yorkshire pudding, strongly associated with South Yorkshire pub dining.
A well-known modern British restaurant with inventive tasting menus and polished service, popular for special occasions and contemporary fine dining.
A famous traditional ale house near Kelham Island, appreciated for local beer, pies, and an authentic old-school Sheffield pub feel.
An established Kelham Island gastropub known for strong seasonal British cooking, Sunday roasts, and a relaxed but refined atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than London. Dining and drinks are moderate, while central hotels can cost more on busy weekends.
Service is often included only at some restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is optional in cafes, pubs, and bars.
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