How to travel from Doncaster to Cambridge

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Compare train and bus for Doncaster to Cambridge

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, while a train costs an average of $89.

Distance: 105 miles (170 km)

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$62

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$89

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$44

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4h 35m

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4h 5m

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2h 24m

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1h 54m

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2h 16m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Doncaster to Cambridge is a bus with an average price of $62 (€51).

This is compared to other travel options from Doncaster to Cambridge:

A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Doncaster to Cambridge costing on average $89 (€73).

The fastest way to travel from Doncaster to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Doncaster and Cambridge including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Doncaster to Cambridge among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 22m sooner (1h 54m by train vs 2h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $89 (€73) compared to roughly $44 (€36) 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.

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.

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from Doncaster to Cambridge

How to get from Doncaster to Cambridge by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Doncaster to Cambridge is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    11:15 AM7h35
    Doncaster
    6:50 PMCambridge
    $591One-way
    0 transfers

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  • National Express
    11:15 AM7h35
    Doncaster
    6:50 PMCambridge
    $591One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    11:15 AM7h35
    Doncaster
    6:50 PMCambridge
    $591One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Doncaster to Cambridge

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There are 2 options to travel between Doncaster and Cambridge including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Doncaster to Cambridge is a bus with an average price of $62 (€51).

This is compared to other travel options from Doncaster to Cambridge:

A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Doncaster to Cambridge costing on average $89 (€73).

The fastest way to travel from Doncaster to Cambridge is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Cambridge take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 35m.

The distance from Doncaster to Cambridge is approximately 105 miles (170 km).
The average frequency per day from Doncaster to Cambridge is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Doncaster and Cambridge as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Doncaster to Cambridge:
  • Buses mostly depart from Doncaster, Trafford Way and arrive in Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece).
  • Trains mostly depart from Doncaster station (DON) and arrive in Cambridge North (CMB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Doncaster to Cambridge, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains to go to Cambridge by train.
Omio customers who travel from Doncaster to Cambridge often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Kings Cross (KGX), Oxford, London Stansted Airport, Edinburgh. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cambridge and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cambridge to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cambridge, you can enjoy punting on the River Cam for scenic views, visit the interactive Cambridge Science Centre, explore the historic Market Square, or attend a performance at the Cambridge Arts Theatre. Discover the city's rich history on a guided walking tour. Don't miss the stunning King's College Chapel, the art-filled Fitzwilliam Museum, the picturesque Backs, the historic Trinity College, and the tranquil Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
For a fulfilling experience in Cambridge, spending two to three days is ideal to explore its historic colleges, museums, and the picturesque River Cam.

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