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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Scunthorpe to Doncaster. Traveling by train from Scunthorpe to Doncaster usually takes around 34 minutes, but the fastest TransPennine Express train can make the trip in 30 minutes.
| Distance | 20 mi (32 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 30m |
| Lowest price | £11.17 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Scunthorpe to Doncaster?
2 train services operate from Scunthorpe to Doncaster. TransPennine Express usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 4 | 0h 39m | £11.17 |
| TransPennine Express | 8 | 0h 31m | £16.25 |
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 Scunthorpe to Doncaster start from £16, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 TransPennine Express schedules to Doncaster. TransPennine Express in Scunthorpe leaves from Scunthorpe Train Station . And in Doncaster trains arrive at Doncaster Railway Station .
From Scunthorpe to Doncaster train travel on TransPennine Express takes 0 hours and 31 minutes. If you are looking to get to Doncaster faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Scunthorpe to Doncaster on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Scunthorpe at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. 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 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Doncaster to Scunthorpe.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Scunthorpe?
Main departure station: Scunthorpe Train Station
There is one train station in Scunthorpe.
All train stations in Scunthorpe:
Scunthorpe Train 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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