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Brodsworth Hall and Gardens
Historic country house with restored rooms, gardens, and stories of coal-mining philanthropy. A leading heritage attraction just outside central Doncaster.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$77
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$89
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 20
3
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Doncaster will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Doncaster without transferring at least once.
W84876 · W84688
W84909 · W84699
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W84909 · W84699Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, while a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 204 miles (329 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $98 Average price | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 10h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Doncaster:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Doncaster costing on average $97 (€80).
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Doncaster costing on average $98 (€80).
Other travel options to Doncaster take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Bus takes on average 10h 26m.
The journey is about 27m faster (3h 51m by train vs 4h 18m by car) and roughly $32 (€26) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($97 (€80) vs $130 (€106)). 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 Cross Country.
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 Glasgow to Doncaster trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W84876 · W84688 | 9:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h18 | 2:34 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 1 transfer | |
W84876+ C31831+ C02028 | 9:16 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h00 | 2:16 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 2 transfers | |
W84909 · W84699 | 11:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 5h28 | 4:35 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Glasgow to Doncaster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 204 miles (329 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Discover the best of Doncaster — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Doncaster trip today.
Historic country house with restored rooms, gardens, and stories of coal-mining philanthropy. A leading heritage attraction just outside central Doncaster.
Major aviation museum on the former RAF Doncaster site with wartime aircraft, exhibits, and family activities. One of the town's best-known visitor attractions.
Large railway museum by Doncaster station with locomotives, simulators, and engineering stories. Ideal for understanding the town's rail heritage.
Central civic square beside the markets and theatre. A practical starting point for exploring shops, events, heritage buildings, and everyday town life.
Popular park with open lawns, a lake, sports facilities, and event space. A long-time local favourite close to the racecourse and town centre.
Large heritage parkland around a historic house, with lakes, woodland, and walking trails. Excellent for scenery, wildlife, and relaxed outdoor time.
Yorkshire pudding is a classic baked batter served with roast meat and gravy. It is a staple across Yorkshire and strongly tied to Sunday roasts in Doncaster.
Roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy is a traditional Yorkshire Sunday lunch widely eaten in Doncaster pubs and homes.
Parkin is a sticky ginger cake made with oats, treacle and syrup. It is a beloved Yorkshire treat, especially around autumn and Bonfire Night.
Stylish modern British restaurant in the city centre, known for polished small plates, steaks and cocktails in a smart but relaxed setting.
Popular historic market food hall with varied traders, casual seating and a lively local atmosphere. Good for tasting several local favourites.
Well-regarded traditional pub near the racecourse area, serving hearty British meals, ales and a comfortable setting suited to a classic roast.
Moderate for the UK: hotels, dining, and local transport are usually cheaper than London and many major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.

Most Glasgow to Doncaster trains use the Glasgow Queen Street to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Doncaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Glasgow Central 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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 options are available at Doncaster.
Wi-Fi is available at Doncaster. ATMs are available at Doncaster.
Ticket office support is available at Doncaster.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Doncaster: Parking, WC.
Available at Doncaster: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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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