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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Doncaster
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Doncaster will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Darlington for Doncaster every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
9:121h04Darlington10:16Doncaster£341One-way0 changes
- 9:121h04Darlington10:16Doncaster£341One-way0 changes
Live departures
Darlington to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Doncaster trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C01963+W29925 | On time 6:27 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h22 | 7:49 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
 G16018+W29925 | On time 6:35 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h14 | 7:49 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| W29925 | On time 6:54 Darlington station (DAR) | 0h55 | 7:49 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C01949 · L01624 | On time 7:35 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h13 | 8:48 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| C02042 | On time 8:26 Darlington station (DAR) | 0h51 | 9:17 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01180 | On time 9:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 0h51 | 9:57 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02002 | On time 9:26 Darlington station (DAR) | 0h50 | 10:16 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29935 | On time 13:05 Darlington station (DAR) | 0h53 | 13:58 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C02029 | On time 13:26 Darlington station (DAR) | 0h50 | 14:16 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15900+C01918 | On time 13:35 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h15 | 14:50 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| C02007 | On time 14:26 Darlington station (DAR) | 0h51 | 15:17 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Doncaster
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Trains from Darlington to Doncaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 115 km distance in 50m.
Distance 115 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 1:40 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Darlington to Doncaster trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Darlington and Doncaster from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Darlington to Doncaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington 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 Darlington and Doncaster
Most Darlington to Doncaster trains use the Darlington to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Doncaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Darlington station do trains to Doncaster leave from?
Getting to Darlington from Darlington city centre
Darlington train station facilities and services
Darlington has practical services for this route, including 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 Darlington.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Darlington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Darlington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Darlington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Darlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Darlington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones, Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to North Road from Darlington city centre
North Road is 1 km from Darlington city centre. Public transport options include:
North Road train station facilities and services
North Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at North Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at North Road: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at North Road: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at North Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Station is unstaffed there are 2 entrances to the staton, one is via steep steps 11 in total, the other is via a stepped ramps and about 40-50 metres in length, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Doncaster station do trains from Darlington 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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