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Doncaster to Durham Train Schedule
Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Doncaster to Durham. The train trip from Doncaster to Durham is usually about one hour and 24 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest London North Eastern Railway train can get you there in as little as one hour and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 89 mi (142 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 8m |
| Lowest price | $12.45 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | London North Eastern Railway |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Doncaster to Durham?
There are 4 train lines with service from Doncaster to Durham. London North Eastern Railway is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CrossCountry | 1 | 1h 11m | $56.17 |
| Hull Trains + Connections | 1 | 1h 48m | $79.57 |
| London North Eastern Railway | 5 | 1h 14m | $29.21 |
| London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 1 | 2h 3m | $41.69 |
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Doncaster to Durham usually takes about 1 hours and 11 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 1 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
Hull Trains is a prominent train operating company in the UK, offering five daily services in each direction between Hull and London and additional services to Beverley. Stops along the route include Selby, Doncaster, East Retford, Grantham, and Stevenage. Passengers can choose between standard and first-class tickets, both of which offer ample legroom and complimentary Wi-Fi. An onboard café provides a variety of food and drink options, including alcoholic beverages.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Doncaster to Durham
Trains from Doncaster to Durham 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Doncaster at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. 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 8 scheduled trains on most days. 6 of these are direct connections to Durham. 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 Durham to Doncaster.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Doncaster?
Main departure station: Doncaster Train Station
There is one train station in Doncaster.
All train stations in Doncaster:
Doncaster Train Station
Where is the train station in Durham?
Main arrival station: Durham Train Station
Durham has one train station.
All train stations in Durham:
Durham Train Station
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