The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Shipley
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Shipley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster to Shipley will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Doncaster for Shipley 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 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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 Shipley train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Shipley trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:36 Doncaster | 1h51 | 10:27 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:25 Doncaster | 1h12 | 10:37 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Doncaster to Shipley
Trains from Doncaster to Shipley run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 55m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited from Doncaster to Shipley trainsNorthern Rail (3), London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Doncaster and Shipley from £6. 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 Shipley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster to Shipley 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 Shipley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Doncaster and Shipley
- 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.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: LIFTS ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE SO NO STEP FREE ACCESS UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.Category B station, There are Lifts available between all platforms, which are available during ticket office staffing hours. Outside of staffing hours, alternative level access routes are available, but a little extra time may be needed to transfer between platforms.
- 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 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: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park by entrance to booking hall.
- Metro: WYPTE 0161 228 7676
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