- Must visit
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
€84
Average price
€100
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Doncaster will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €84.
Of the 6 trains that leave Reading for Doncaster on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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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Tube from London Paddington to London Kings CrossOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €38, and a bus costs an average of €71.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price Cheapest | €77 Average price | €51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reading to Doncaster:
A train is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Reading to Doncaster costing on average €77.
Other travel options to Doncaster take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 18m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (2h 50m by train vs 3h 29m by car). Tickets start at around €67 compared to roughly €51 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Doncaster trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W04522+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ W34855 | 8:02 AM Reading station (RDG) | 3h00 | 11:02 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2 transfers | |
C02135+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G15053 | 8:30 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h47 | 11:17 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2 transfers | |
G80173+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ W34553 | 8:36 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h50 | 11:26 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2 transfers | |
G14896+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ G80216 | 8:42 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h59 | 11:41 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2 transfers | |
G00739 | 8:51 AM Reading station (RDG) | 3h05 | 11:56 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08095+ G15035+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 8:58 AM Reading station (RDG) | 2h49 | 11:47 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Reading to Doncaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 3:54 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 Reading 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 Reading to Doncaster trains use the Reading to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Reading and Doncaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
ATMs are available at Reading.
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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