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Compare train and bus for Doncaster to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $90.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Doncaster to Coventry
Compare the available ways to get from Doncaster to Coventry, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Doncaster to Coventry:
A bus is $51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Doncaster to Coventry costing on average $90.
Other travel options to Coventry take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 32m.
Tickets start at around $39 compared to roughly $35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$3. The journey takes 5h 2m versus 1h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from Doncaster to Coventry by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Doncaster to Coventry is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
11:15 AM 4h50 Doncaster 4:05 PM Coventry $31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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11:15 AM 4h50 Doncaster 4:05 PM Coventry $31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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11:15 AM 4h50 Doncaster 4:05 PM Coventry $31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Doncaster to Coventry:
A bus is $51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Doncaster to Coventry costing on average $90.
Other travel options to Coventry take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 32m.
- Around 5 trains per day.
- Around 2 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Doncaster and Coventry as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Doncaster station (DON) and arrive in Coventry station (COV).
- Buses mostly depart from Doncaster, Trafford Way and arrive in Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Coventry by bus.
- Travel with CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway to go to Coventry by train.
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