The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford to Doncaster
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Doncaster will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 14 trains that leave Bradford for Doncaster every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
L89654 · G9025721:311h32Bradford Interchange (BDI)23:03Doncaster station (DON)£41One-way1 change
L89639 · G9025120:311h33Bradford Interchange (BDI)22:04Doncaster station (DON)£51One-way1 change
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G1590921:211h40Bradford Interchange (BDI)23:01Doncaster station (DON)£131One-way2 changes
Y148288:561h10Bradford Interchange (BDI)10:06Doncaster station (DON)£151One-way0 changes
C021749:371h03Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)10:40Doncaster station (DON)£161One-way0 changes
G89007+
G0803119:081h02Bradford Interchange (BDI)20:10Doncaster station (DON)£261One-way1 change
G89003+
G0802518:081h02Bradford Interchange (BDI)19:10Doncaster station (DON)£261One-way1 change
G88957+
G079658:081h02Bradford Interchange (BDI)9:10Doncaster station (DON)£261One-way1 change
G88960+
C021519:081h03Bradford Interchange (BDI)10:11Doncaster station (DON)£261One-way1 change
C021749:371h03Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)10:40Doncaster station (DON)£161One-way0 changes
Live departures
Bradford to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Doncaster trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:58 Bradford | 1h31 | 8:29 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:57 Bradford | 1h10 | 9:07 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:57 Bradford | 1h09 | 10:06 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford to Doncaster
Trains from Bradford to Doncaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 0:26 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited from Bradford to Doncaster trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Grand Central Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bradford and Doncaster from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bradford to Doncaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Doncaster
Most Bradford to Doncaster trains use the Bradford Interchange to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Doncaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bradford station do trains to Doncaster leave from?
Getting to Bradford Interchange from Bradford city centre
Bradford Interchange train station facilities and services
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre
Bradford Forster Square train station facilities and services
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Frizinghall from Bradford city centre
Frizinghall is 3 km from Bradford city centre. Public transport options include:
Frizinghall train station facilities and services
Frizinghall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Frizinghall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frizinghall: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Frizinghall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frizinghall: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via the road and a ramp. Step free access from car park to platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Doncaster station do trains from Bradford arrive at?
Getting to Doncaster from Doncaster city centre
Doncaster train station facilities and services
Doncaster has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Doncaster.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Doncaster. ATMs are available at Doncaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Doncaster.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Doncaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Doncaster: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Doncaster: 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.
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