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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Sheffield
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Sheffield will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 9 trains that leave Doncaster for Sheffield every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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.
6:340h45Doncaster7:19Sheffield£31One-way0 changes- 11:350h39Doncaster12:14Sheffield£31One-way0 changes
- 9:360h38Doncaster10:14Sheffield£31One-way0 changes
- 7:340h40Doncaster8:14Sheffield£31One-way0 changes
- 8:210h27Doncaster8:48Sheffield£41One-way0 changes
- 8:210h27Doncaster8:48Sheffield£41One-way0 changes
12:420h27Doncaster13:09Sheffield£61One-way0 changes- 7:430h27Doncaster8:10Sheffield£61One-way0 changes
- 7:350h31Doncaster8:06Sheffield£61One-way0 changes
- 9:360h38Doncaster10:14Sheffield£31One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Doncaster to Sheffield
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 27 km
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0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Doncaster to Sheffield train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Sheffield trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 17:42 Doncaster | 0h27 | 18:09 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:57 Doncaster | 0h32 | 0:29 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
| 6:34 Doncaster | 0h45 | 7:19 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:34 Doncaster | 0h40 | 8:14 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:35 Doncaster | 0h31 | 8:06 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:43 Doncaster | 0h27 | 8:10 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:21 Doncaster | 0h27 | 8:48 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:36 Doncaster | 0h38 | 10:14 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:35 Doncaster | 0h39 | 12:14 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:42 Doncaster | 0h27 | 13:09 Sheffield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Sheffield
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Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 26m.
Distance 27 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Doncaster to Sheffield trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Doncaster and Sheffield from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield: Journey Details
There are frequent direct trains from Doncaster to Sheffield, provided by TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midland Trains and CrossCountry. Weekday schedules begin very early in the morning and continue with a departure frequency of around 4 trains an hour until the final service leaves Doncaster shortly before midnight. Journey times range from around 20 minutes to 40 minutes. Sunday services are less frequent, with a later first departure in the morning. Weekday off-peak day return fares are available on departures from 9:42 a.m. onwards.
Taking the Train from Doncaster
Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield depart from the main station situated on the western edge of the town centre. It is adjacent to the town's main bus station, the Frenchgate interchange, offering numerous services around the town and region. There is a taxi rank located by the front entrance to the station opposite Trafford Way.
Getting into Sheffield by Train
Sheffield celebrates its rich industrial heritage in attractions such as the Kelham Island Museum, with exhibits and interactive displays devoted to the city's development. Sheffield has also become a popular destination for gourmets, with the Moor Market offering stalls selling organic produce, cosmopolitan foods and regional craft ales, alongside jewellery and fabric outlets. Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield arrive at the main station, which is situated on the south-eastern side of the city centre. The station is also served by a tram stop, accessed by an overbridge, for Stagecoach Supertram connections around Sheffield. The bus interchange, with services around the city and region, is on Pond Street, opposite the rail station. There is a taxi rank at the station front.
FAQs: Doncaster to Sheffield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Doncaster and Sheffield
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- 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.
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
ShoppingParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station
- 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: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users onto platform 1 Sheffield bound. Unfortunately no access onto platform 2 due to stepped footbridge
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up/Drop-off in the bus bays on the railway bridge.
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