The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Holmes Chapel
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Holmes Chapel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Holmes Chapel will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 2 trains that leave Doncaster for Holmes Chapel 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 89 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.




Live departures
Doncaster to Holmes Chapel train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Holmes Chapel trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:42 Doncaster | 2h04 | 12:46 Holmes Chapel | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:43 Doncaster | 2h03 | 12:46 Holmes Chapel | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Doncaster to Holmes Chapel by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Holmes Chapel
Trains from Doncaster to Holmes Chapel run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 16:58. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 16:58 |
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Doncaster to Holmes Chapel trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Doncaster and Holmes Chapel from £56. 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 Holmes Chapel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster to Holmes Chapel 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 Holmes Chapel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Doncaster and Holmes Chapel
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 13:05 Saturday 07:35 - 13:55 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from station front to ticket office and Crewe platform. Step free access from road bridge via long sloping path to Manchester platform. Access from ticket office to Manchester platform via steps to road bridge or via station approach road, then over road bridge and down path.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station car park.
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