Train travel to Doncaster guide

Doncaster Station, constructed in 1850, is conveniently located in the city centre of its namesake. Handily equipped with nine platforms and a first-class lounge on platform 3A, Doncaster Station is the second busiest train station in all of South Yorkshire.Seven major train companies serve this station, offering travel to popular destinations such as Birmingham New Street, London Kings Cross, Edinburgh Waverley, and more.

A short walk away, the Danum Gallery, Library and Museumt combines history, art, and literature for an entertaining day-out, and the nearby Frenchgate Shopping Centre offers a variety of shops and eateries right near the centre that aren't to be missed.

Which train companies run trains to Doncaster?

Depending on when you travel, you should find services run to and from Doncaster provided by the following: Northern, Grand Central, LNER, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains and TransPennine Express. Journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with so it's always worth checking when booking.

What are Doncaster's opening hours?

Typically 0:00 to 23:59, which are when the first and last train depart, though we recommend double checking this on the day.

Pick up & drop off at Doncaster

Doncaster offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Doncaster?

Popular destinations offering trains to and from Doncaster include London, London Kings Cross, Sheffield, Leeds and Wakefield. Regular buses and taxis will be available at the station for onward travel, also. We recommend checking for availability prior to your journey.

Doncaster live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Doncaster, check now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Doncaster to London Kings Cross20:541h 39mLNERExp. 21:30
Doncaster to Sheffield21:2124mNorthernExp. 21:36
Doncaster to Leeds21:2648mNorthernOn time
Doncaster to London Kings Cross21:271h 34mLNERExp. 21:39
Doncaster to Beverley21:281h 5mNorthernOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Newcastle to Doncaster20:522h 2mLNERExp. 21:29
Scarborough to Doncaster21:182h 35mNorthernExp. 21:35
Edinburgh (Waverley) to Doncaster21:263h 9mLNERExp. 21:38
London Kings Cross to Doncaster21:291h 32mGrand CentralOn time
Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster21:352h 16mTransPennine ExpressOn time

Station Details

Address

Doncaster station, Station Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1PE

Ticket Office opening hours:

Monday to Thursday open from 05:15:00 until 20:00:00

Friday open from 05:15:00 until 21:00:00

Saturday open from 05:15:00 until 20:00:00

Sunday open from 08:00:00 until 20:00:00

Ticket Machine

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Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

WiFi

WiFi

Shops

Shops

Station Buffet

Station Buffet

ATM

ATM

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