The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Doncaster
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Doncaster will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gloucester 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 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
19:493h13Gloucester23:02Doncaster£401One-way0 changes
19:493h13Gloucester23:02Doncaster£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Gloucester to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 199 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£51 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gloucester to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Doncaster trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:48 Gloucester | 3h07 | 11:55 Doncaster | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:49 Gloucester | 3h06 | 13:55 Doncaster | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:49 Gloucester | 3h08 | 14:57 Doncaster | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:45 Gloucester | 3h10 | 15:55 Doncaster | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:49 Gloucester | 3h08 | 17:57 Doncaster | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:49 Gloucester | 3h05 | 18:54 Doncaster | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:49 Gloucester | 3h07 | 20:56 Doncaster | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:49 Gloucester | 3h12 | 23:01 Doncaster | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:56 Gloucester | 11h18 | 8:14 Doncaster | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Doncaster
Trains from Gloucester to Doncaster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 20:49 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Cross Country from Gloucester to Doncaster trainsCross Country trains will get you between Gloucester and Doncaster from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gloucester to Doncaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Doncaster
Most Gloucester to Doncaster trains use the Gloucester to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Doncaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gloucester station do trains to Doncaster leave from?
Getting to Gloucester from Gloucester city centre
Gloucester train station facilities and services
Gloucester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gloucester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gloucester. ATMs are available at Gloucester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gloucester: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Which Doncaster station do trains from Gloucester 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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