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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 16 m
Trains on 05 Sept
16
Distance
122 km
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 £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 16 trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON), including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
W846648:192h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:36Doncaster station (DON)£191One-way0 changes- W8470615:192h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)17:36Doncaster station (DON)£191One-way0 changes
- W8470114:192h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:35Doncaster station (DON)£191One-way0 changes
- W8467610:192h19Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)12:38Doncaster station (DON)£201One-way0 changes
- W846719:192h15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:34Doncaster station (DON)£201One-way0 changes
- W846719:192h15Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:34Doncaster station (DON)£201One-way0 changes
- W8468712:192h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)14:35Doncaster station (DON)£241One-way0 changes
- W8470114:192h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)16:35Doncaster station (DON)£191One-way0 changes
- W8469313:192h16Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)15:35Doncaster station (DON)£211One-way0 changes
- W846648:192h17Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:36Doncaster station (DON)£191One-way0 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 train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 122 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON):
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Doncaster station (DON) take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 27m.
Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 2h 13m versus 2h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with TransPennine Express.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h34 | 22:53 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| W84664 | 8:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h17 | 10:36 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
 C04351+ G89691 | 8:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h31 | 11:22 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| W84671 | 9:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h15 | 11:34 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04355+G89693 | 9:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h31 | 12:22 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| W84676 | 10:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h19 | 12:38 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04358+G89695 | 10:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h31 | 13:22 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| W84682 | 11:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h17 | 13:36 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04361+G89697 | 11:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h31 | 14:22 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| W84687 | 12:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h16 | 14:35 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04364+G89699 | 12:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h31 | 15:22 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| W84693 | 13:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h16 | 15:35 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21580+G89701 | 13:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h33 | 16:24 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| W84701 | 14:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h16 | 16:35 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04370+G89703 | 14:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h31 | 17:22 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
| W84706 | 15:19 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h17 | 17:36 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C04373+G89705 | 15:51 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h31 | 18:22 Doncaster station (DON) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 14:51. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 6:24 |
Last train 14:51 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Doncaster station (DON)
Most Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Doncaster station (DON) trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Doncaster station (DON) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
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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