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Trip Summary
You can pick from 20 daily train trips between Manchester and Doncaster. The average train journey from Manchester to Doncaster takes one hour and 48 minutes, but some TransPennine Express train trips are as short as one hour and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 46 mi (74 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 20m |
| Lowest price | £9.13 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Manchester to Doncaster
- East Midlands Railway tickets: £27 one-way
- Northern Rail tickets: £16 one-way
- TransPennine Express tickets: £9 one-way
Which train should you take from Manchester to Doncaster?
There are 3 train lines with service from Manchester to Doncaster. Northern Rail is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 11 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Railway | 3 | 1h 39m | £26.55 |
| Northern Rail | 11 | 1h 56m | £25.15 |
| TransPennine Express | 7 | 1h 25m | £15.88 |
East Midlands Railway train tickets from Manchester to Doncaster start from £27, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 East Midlands Railway schedules to Doncaster. East Midlands Railway in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly Station . And in Doncaster trains arrive at Doncaster Railway Station .
From Manchester to Doncaster train travel on East Midlands Railway takes 1 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Doncaster faster, East Midlands Railway offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 20 minutes.
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
TransPennine Express train tickets from Manchester to Doncaster start from £9, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 TransPennine Express schedules to Doncaster. TransPennine Express in Manchester leaves from Manchester Piccadilly Station . And in Doncaster trains arrive at Doncaster Railway Station .
From Manchester to Doncaster train travel on TransPennine Express takes 1 hours and 25 minutes. If you are looking to get to Doncaster faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Manchester to Doncaster are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Manchester at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 20 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Doncaster. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Doncaster to Manchester.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Manchester?
Main departure station: Burnage
Manchester has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Doncaster.
All train stations in Manchester:
Burnage
Mauldeth Rd
Manchester Piccadilly Station
Where is the train station in Doncaster?
Main arrival station: Doncaster Railway Station
Doncaster has one train station.
Train stations in Doncaster:
Doncaster Railway Station
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