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Wakefield to Doncaster train route details

First train

05:13

Last train

23:43

Departure city

Wakefield

Arrival city

Doncaster

Journey time

17m

Distance

20 miles

Price

AU$2.57*

Train Operators

Northern, Grand Central, LNER

What are the next train times from Wakefield to Doncaster?

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
19:33 31m, Direct Wakefield Westgate	20:04 Doncaster	Find Tickets
19:53 18m, Direct Wakefield Westgate	20:11 Doncaster	Find Tickets
20:23 17m, Direct Wakefield Westgate	20:40 Doncaster	Find Tickets
20:33 31m, Direct Wakefield Westgate	21:04 Doncaster	Find Tickets
21:22 18m, Direct Wakefield Westgate	21:40 Doncaster	Find Tickets
21:33 31m, Direct Wakefield Westgate	22:04 Paris	Find Tickets

Where to stay near Doncaster

Holiday Inn Express DONCASTER by IHG
First Point, Business Park, Bullrush Grove
9.1/10
128 review
Holiday Inn DONCASTER A1 (M), JCT.36 by IHG
High Rd
8.5/10
111 review
Premier Inn Doncaster Central
High Fisher Gate
8.9/10
52 review
Hex Wildlife Hotel at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
The Yorkshire Hive, Hurst Ln, Auckley
9.0/10
100 review
Hilton Garden Inn Doncaster Racecourse
Leger Way
8.9/10
121 review
Mercure Doncaster Centre Danum Hotel
Danum Hotel, High St
8.2/10
120 review
Best Western Premier Doncaster Mount Pleasant Hotel
Great N Rd, Rossington
9.0/10
94 review
Kings Chamber, Doncaster by Marston's Inns
Selby Rd, Thorne
8.5/10
113 review

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How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Doncaster

Group travel deals

If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Wakefield to Doncaster more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Wakefield and Doncaster on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.

Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.

Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Wakefield to Doncaster. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

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