Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON)

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

2 h 17 m

Average duration

2 h 40 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

122 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Doncaster station (DON) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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.

TransPennine Express
16:192h17
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
18:36Doncaster station (DON)
£251One-way
0 changes
East Midlands Trains
05:492h33
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
08:22Doncaster station (DON)
£251One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
09:563h10
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
13:06Doncaster station (DON)
£301One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 122 km

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Coach

£29

Average Price

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 40m

Average total duration

3h 10m

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Live departures

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) train times

The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express05:24 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h23
07:47 Doncaster station (DON)0 changesdirect
transpennine_express07:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2h22
10:16 Doncaster station (DON)0 changesdirect
transpennine_express18:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
3h12
22:06 Doncaster station (DON)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON)

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Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 16:19. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 15m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11
Distance
122 km
Average train duration
2h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
2h 15m
First train
04:55
Last train
16:19
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £11

Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Doncaster station (DON) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 14m
Cheapest Price
£25
TransPennine Express frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£13
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£30
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£41
first_transpennine_express frequency
36 a day

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£41
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) 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 station (DON), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) is by coach, costing approximately £11.
The train distance from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) is 122 km.
Booking trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) departs at 16:19.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) covers a distance of 122 km and takes approximately 2h 15m. Trains run 10 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Doncaster station (DON). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express.
There is no night train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON).
The first train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) leaves at 4:55.
A day trip from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 15m. Trains run 10 times per day.
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) run approximately 10 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON).
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON).
To get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster offers a mix of urban and rural views. Travellers can enjoy passing through the industrial landscapes of Merseyside and the scenic countryside of Yorkshire, with glimpses of rolling fields and quaint villages along the route.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Doncaster station (DON)

Liverpool
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The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your trip from Liverpool to Doncaster.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
Lockers
  • The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
Dining
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • Upper Crust
  • Starbucks
  • JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Hotel
Hotel
  • Pembroke Studios
  • Riley’s Rooms
  • Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
  • Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Alongside station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
  • Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
  • Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
  • Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.

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