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Compare train and bus for Preston to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 67 miles (108 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Doncaster take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 44m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $30 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.93 (€0.76). The journey takes 2h 14m versus 2h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Preston to Doncaster by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Preston to Doncaster is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 7:15 AM2h55Preston10:10 AMDoncaster$331One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- 7:15 AM2h55Preston10:10 AMDoncaster$331One-way0 transfers
Fastest
6:11 PM2h23Preston8:34 PMDoncaster$411One-way0 transfers
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Other travel options to Doncaster take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 44m.
- Around 8 trains per day.
- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Preston and Doncaster as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Preston station (PRE) and arrive in Doncaster station (DON).
- Travel with Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to Doncaster by train.
- Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Doncaster by bus.
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