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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Chester
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Chester will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Doncaster for Chester 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 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.
6:263h11Doncaster9:37Chester£621One-way0 changes- 8:432h31Doncaster11:14Chester£631One-way0 changes
- 8:432h31Doncaster11:14Chester£631One-way0 changes
- 6:263h11Doncaster9:37Chester£621One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Doncaster to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 122 km
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£58 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Doncaster to Chester trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Doncaster to Chester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Doncaster to Chester.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Doncaster to Chester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Doncaster to Chester.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Chester
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Trains from Doncaster to Chester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:51, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 3:51 |
Last train 23:31 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Doncaster to Chester trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Doncaster and Chester 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: Doncaster to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Doncaster and Chester
Most Doncaster to Chester trains use the Doncaster to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Doncaster and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Doncaster station do trains to Chester leave from?
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.
Which Chester station do trains from Doncaster arrive at?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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