Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster train with West Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster

Showing times and prices for 07 May

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

2 h 52 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

202 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Hemel Hempstead 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 202 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.

  • London North Eastern Railway
    8:342h52
    Hemel Hempstead
    11:26Doncaster
    £451One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster train times

The table below shows live departures for Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster trains for tomorrow, Thursday 7 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
london_north_eastern_railway8:34 Hemel Hempstead
2h52
11:26 Doncaster0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster

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Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 09:59. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
202 km
Average train duration
3h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 52m
First train
5:06
Last train
9:59
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: West Midlands Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster trainsWest Midlands Trains trains will get you between Hemel Hempstead and Doncaster from £45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

West Midlands Trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
West Midlands Trains frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hemel Hempstead 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster covers a distance of 202 km and takes approximately 2h 52m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster is 202 km.
The first train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster leaves at 5:06.
The last train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster departs at 9:59.
Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.
To travel from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.
The train station in Hemel Hempstead that goes to Doncaster is Hemel Hempstead station (HML), and it arrives at Doncaster station (DON).
The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster is by train, costing approximately £45.
Booking trains from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster offers a pleasant mix of urban and rural landscapes, with scenic views of the English countryside, particularly as you pass through areas such as the Chiltern Hills and parts of the Midlands.
A day trip from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 52m. Trains run 4 times per day.
In Doncaster, you can explore Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, a beautifully preserved Victorian country house with stunning gardens. Enjoy birdwatching and walking trails at Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, or have fun at The Dome, a leisure complex with swimming pools and ice skating. Discover local history at Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery, or visit Boston Park Farm for family-friendly encounters with animals and a maize maze. For the best sights, visit Conisbrough Castle for panoramic views, Yorkshire Wildlife Park for exotic animals, and Doncaster Racecourse for major horse racing events. Explore Cusworth Hall with its museum and gardens, and learn about aviation at the South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum.
A two to three-day visit in Doncaster is ideal to explore its main attractions, including the Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Doncaster Racecourse, and the historic Mansion House.
Yes, you can take the train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Hemel Hempstead and Doncaster

Hemel Hempstead
Doncaster
The major train station for departures in Hemel Hempstead is Hemel Hempstead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hemel Hempstead for your trip from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Fishery Wharf Cafe
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • 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 ticket machines note: Card payment only.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets and accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located within the Booking Hall Concourse. All toilet facilities are only available during Booking Office opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The accessible toilets (non-RADAR) are located in the Booking Hall Concourse. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:00-20:00, Saturday 07:00-20:00 and Sunday 07:30-19:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Hemel Hempstead
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stops outside station entrance.

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