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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
4 h 8 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
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.
Fast trains
To travel from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster you need to make at least 2 changes.
09:534h21
Hemel Hempstead14:14Doncaster
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3 changes
16:554h08
Hemel Hempstead21:03Doncaster
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16:554h08
Hemel Hempstead21:03Doncaster
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09:534h21
Hemel Hempstead14:14Doncaster
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Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:19
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:12 Hemel Hempstead | 3h42 | 14:54 Doncaster | 3 changes | |
| 15:12 Hemel Hempstead | 3h40 | 18:52 Doncaster | 3 changes | |
| 17:12 Hemel Hempstead | 3h50 | 21:02 Doncaster | 3 changes | |
| 18:42 Hemel Hempstead | 4h06 | 22:48 Doncaster | 3 changes | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 09:53 Hemel Hempstead | 4h21 | 14:14 Doncaster | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster
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Take a train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster and enjoy the approximately 202 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 13:56. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 3h 40m.
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 52m |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 13:56 |
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. 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.
A day trip from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 40m. 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.
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.
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 distance from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster is 202 km.
The train journey from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster covers a distance of 202 km and takes approximately 3h 40m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster leaves at 5:06.
The train station in Hemel Hempstead that goes to Doncaster is Hemel Hempstead station (HML), and it arrives at Doncaster station (DON).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.
The last train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster departs at 13:56.
Yes, you can take the train from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.
To travel from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster, you can take a train.
Trains from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.
There is no night train service from Hemel Hempstead to Doncaster.
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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
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 07:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Fishery Wharf Cafe
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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.
The major train station for arrivals in Doncaster is Doncaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Doncaster for your journey to Doncaster from Hemel Hempstead.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Doncaster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
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