The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Skegness
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Skegness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Skegness will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 3 trains that leave Doncaster for Skegness on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 107 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 20 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Doncaster to Skegness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Skegness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 66 miles (107 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€31 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Doncaster to Skegness train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Skegness trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:36 AM Doncaster | 3h20 | 7:56 AM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:47 PM Doncaster | 2h06 | 2:53 PM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:48 PM Doncaster | 2h07 | 7:55 PM Skegness | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Skegness
Trains from Doncaster to Skegness run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 21:15 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, LNER from Doncaster to Skegness trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains, LNER trains will get you between Doncaster and Skegness from $24 (€19). 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 to Skegness
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster to Skegness 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 Skegness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Doncaster to Skegness
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:55 - 16:30 Saturday 07:55 - 16:30 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Level access to station and platforms. There is suitable access to and between platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Main Building. The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located in the Main Building; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bottom of the station near the exit.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In Richmond Drive at the entrance to the station.
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