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Doncaster to Peterborough train prices and times
Looking to travel from Doncaster to Peterborough? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £5.75, with average prices for this route around £11.50.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Fri, Apr 4From £5.75
- Sat, Apr 5From £5.75
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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05:06 Doncaster | 06:09 Peterborough | 1h 3m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:36 Doncaster | 06:36 Peterborough | 1h 0m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:02 Doncaster | 06:58 Peterborough | 56m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:23 Doncaster | 07:17 Peterborough | 54m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:37 Doncaster | 07:39 Peterborough | 1h 2m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:56 Doncaster | 07:47 Paris | 51m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Doncaster to Peterborough train route details

First train
05:06

Last train
22:48

Journey time
47m

Distance
76 miles

Price
£5.75*
How to book cheap train tickets from Doncaster to Peterborough

Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Doncaster to Peterborough can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Doncaster to Peterborough, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Doncaster to Peterborough ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Doncaster to Peterborough more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Doncaster to Peterborough train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.