The cheapest and fastest trains from Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 14 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Alfreton station (ALF) for Doncaster station (DON) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
18:441h12Alfreton station (ALF)19:56Doncaster station (DON)£171One-way0 changes
16:441h14Alfreton station (ALF)17:58Doncaster station (DON)£171One-way0 changes
21:471h15Alfreton station (ALF)23:02Doncaster station (DON)£171One-way0 changes
18:441h12Alfreton station (ALF)19:56Doncaster station (DON)£171One-way0 changes
16:441h14Alfreton station (ALF)17:58Doncaster station (DON)£171One-way0 changes
21:471h15Alfreton station (ALF)23:02Doncaster station (DON)£171One-way0 changes
Live departures
Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON) train times
The table below shows live departures for Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:44 Alfreton station (ALF) | 1h14 | 17:58 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:44 Alfreton station (ALF) | 1h12 | 19:56 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON)
Trains from Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:08, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 9:08 |
Last train 21:47 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited from Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON) trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Alfreton station (ALF) and Doncaster station (DON) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alfreton station (ALF) to Doncaster station (DON) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Doncaster station (DON), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Alfreton station (ALF) and Doncaster station (DON)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 18:00 Saturday 06:45 - 18:00 Sunday 10:30 - 18:00
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category - B Ramp provided by on-train staff. Step free access to the ticket office and northbound (towards Sheffield) platform only. No wheelchair access to southbound platform, please call 03457 125 678 pressing option 3 to make arrangements. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: None
- Accessible taxis: Royal Cabs 0115 608608
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are shelters and accessible seating on the platforms. Inside waiting area also located in the booking office.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Southbound and Northbound buses will stop in the station forecourt.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
