How to travel from London to Doncaster

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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Doncaster

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. 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 €20, while a flight costs an average of €106.

Distance: 145 miles (234 km)

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Driving

€35

Average price

€20

Average price

Cheapest

€106

Average price

€64

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

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30m

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4h 38m

Average total duration

4h 8m

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30m

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3h 8m

Average total duration

1h 8m

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2h 0m

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3h 41m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

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London North Eastern Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

British Airways

Most popular airline

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

The cheapest way to travel from London to Doncaster is a bus with an average price of €20.

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

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Doncaster costing on average €35.

A bus is €86 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Doncaster costing on average €106.

The fastest way to travel from London to Doncaster is by train with an average journey time of 2h 26m.

Other travel options to Doncaster take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 8m.

Bus takes on average 4h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Doncaster including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Doncaster among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 45m faster (1h 56m by train vs 3h 41m by car) and roughly €29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€35 vs €64). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Doncaster

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:59 PM5h36
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    5:35 AMDoncaster, Trafford Way
    171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:59 PM5h36
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    5:35 AMDoncaster, Trafford Way
    171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • British AirwaysBA1380
    9:50 PM0h55
    London Heathrow Airport
    10:45 PMManchester Airport
    2211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Hull TrainsW04522
    9:18 AM1h44
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    11:02 AMDoncaster station (DON)
    291One-way
    0 transfers
  • Hull TrainsW04527
    12:00 PM1h46
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    1:46 PMDoncaster station (DON)
    291One-way
    0 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayG08160
    9:08 PM1h41
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    10:49 PMDoncaster station (DON)
    301One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM5h36
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    5:35 AMDoncaster, Trafford Way
    191One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX450 · NX152
    11:00 AM6h55
    London, Victoria Coach Station
    5:55 PMDoncaster, Trafford Way
    351One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA1378
    8:50 PM0h55
    London Heathrow Airport
    9:45 PMManchester Airport
    2211One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1358
    6:55 AM1h00
    London Heathrow Airport
    7:55 AMManchester Airport
    2211One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1372
    6:00 PM1h05
    London Heathrow Airport
    7:05 PMManchester Airport
    2211One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Doncaster

Travel to Doncaster easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Doncaster.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between London and Doncaster including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Doncaster is a bus with an average price of €20.

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

A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Doncaster costing on average €35.

A bus is €86 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Doncaster costing on average €106.

The fastest way to travel from London to Doncaster is by train with an average journey time of 2h 26m.

Other travel options to Doncaster take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 8m.

Bus takes on average 4h 38m.

The distance from London to Doncaster is approximately 145 miles (234 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Doncaster is:
  • Around 13 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Doncaster:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Kings Cross (KGX) and arrive in Doncaster station (DON).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Doncaster, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Doncaster by bus.
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains to go to Doncaster by train.
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Doncaster by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Doncaster with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
  • 11 direct trains per day with London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains, Grand Central Trains.
  • 6 direct flights per day with British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from London to Doncaster often also extend their vacation to go to Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield, Edinburgh, York. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Doncaster and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Doncaster to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Doncaster, you can explore Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, a Victorian country house with beautiful gardens, and enjoy birdwatching at Potteric Carr Nature Reserve. For leisure activities, The Dome offers swimming, ice skating, and fitness facilities. Discover local history at Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery or visit Boston Park Farm for family fun with animals and a maize maze. Don't miss the best sights including Conisbrough Castle with panoramic views, the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster Racecourse with its historic events, Cusworth Hall with its museum and gardens, and the South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum showcasing aviation history.
A visit of 2 to 3 days in Doncaster is ideal to explore its attractions, such as the Doncaster Market, Yorkshire Wildlife Park, and Cusworth Hall.

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