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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke to Doncaster
Cheapest price
£211
Average price
£220
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Doncaster will cost around £220 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £211.
To travel from Basingstoke to Doncaster you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £87.
Distance: 251 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£87 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basingstoke to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Doncaster trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:58 Basingstoke | 3h56 | 14:54 Doncaster | 1 change | |
| 14:53 Basingstoke | 3h59 | 18:52 Doncaster | 1 change | |
| 16:53 Basingstoke | 4h09 | 21:02 Doncaster | 1 change | |
| 18:49 Basingstoke | 3h59 | 22:48 Doncaster | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke to Doncaster
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Trains from Basingstoke to Doncaster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 20:35 |
Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Basingstoke to Doncaster trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Basingstoke and Doncaster from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Doncaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Doncaster 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Doncaster
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
- Car Park: Premium
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platforms 2/3 and Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
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Car Rental- 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.
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