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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 Oct 17
$28
Average ticket price on Oct 17
$63
Fastest journey on Oct 17
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Oct 17
1 h 34 m
Trains on Oct 17
53
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Doncaster will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Sat, Oct 17, we found 53 trains from London to Doncaster, including 53 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 17 the direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Sat, Oct 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
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C02081Trains from London to Doncaster run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:06, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 145 miles (234 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 145 miles (234 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 4:06 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Doncaster trains for today, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C02128 | On time 6:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h43 | 7:46 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80114 | On time 6:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h42 | 7:51 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02132 | On time 6:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 8:18 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80185 | On time 6:45 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h43 | 8:28 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80272 | On time 7:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h40 | 8:40 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W00044 | On time 7:04 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h43 | 8:47 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08149 | On time 7:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h43 | 8:51 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02112 | On time 7:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 9:18 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00195 | On time 8:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h32 | 9:32 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80274 | On time 8:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 9:40 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08153 | On time 8:09 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 9:47 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08276 | On time 8:18 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h44 | 10:02 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02124 | On time 8:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 10:25 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80166 | On time 9:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 10:42 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08160 | On time 9:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h41 | 10:49 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01992 | On time 9:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h46 | 11:19 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02065 | On time 9:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h50 | 11:30 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80168 | On time 10:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h43 | 11:46 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02035 | On time 10:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h55 | 12:35 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80170 | On time 11:15 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h54 | 1:09 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02022 | On time 11:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h53 | 1:26 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 17 | |||||
C02086 | 5:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h36 | 7:16 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01972 | 5:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h52 | 7:40 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08075 | 6:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 7:45 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02150 | 6:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 8:18 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80200 | 7:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 8:42 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08079 | 7:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 8:48 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W04519 | 7:18 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h45 | 9:03 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02084 | 7:39 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 9:17 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80172 | 7:45 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h41 | 9:26 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80204 | 8:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 9:41 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08083 | 8:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 9:47 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02167 | 8:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 10:17 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01937 | 9:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 10:41 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08089 | 9:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 10:48 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W04521 | 9:18 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h44 | 11:02 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02137 | 9:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 11:17 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80174 | 9:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 11:26 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80218 | 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 11:41 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08094 | 10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 11:47 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02073 | 10:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h36 | 12:16 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80222 | 11:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 12:41 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08101 | 11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 12:47 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y14833 | 11:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h34 | 12:51 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02122 | 11:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 1:17 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80177 | 11:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 1:26 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W04528 | 12:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h47 | 1:47 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80230 | 12:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 1:41 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08105 | 12:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 1:47 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02081 | 12:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h36 | 2:16 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80236 | 1:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 2:41 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08113 | 1:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h36 | 2:46 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y14835 | 1:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h32 | 2:49 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02130 | 1:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 3:17 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80180 | 1:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 3:26 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W04531 | 2:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h40 | 3:40 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80240 | 2:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 3:41 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08119 | 2:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 3:47 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02075 | 2:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 4:17 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80248 | 3:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 4:41 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08125 | 3:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 4:48 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02090 | 3:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h37 | 5:17 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80182 | 3:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 5:26 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80252 | 4:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h41 | 5:41 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08130 | 4:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h44 | 5:47 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W04533 | 4:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h42 | 5:52 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y14839 | 4:25 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h32 | 5:57 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02019 | 4:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 6:18 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80260 | 5:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h38 | 6:41 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08137 | 5:08 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h40 | 6:48 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02096 | 5:39 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h39 | 7:18 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02060 | 5:47 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h44 | 7:31 PM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 London 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 London to Doncaster trains use the London Kings Cross to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Doncaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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