Norwich to Doncaster train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Doncaster

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£118

Average price

£118

Fastest journey

2 h 52 m

Average duration

2 h 54 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

191 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Norwich to Doncaster will cost around £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.

Fast trains

To travel from Norwich to Doncaster you need to make at least one change.

East Midlands Railways
09:552h54
Norwich
12:49Doncaster
£1181One-way
1 change
East Midlands Railways
10:562h52
Norwich
13:48Doncaster
£1181One-way
1 change
East Midlands Railways
14:532h55
Norwich
17:48Doncaster
£1181One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Norwich to Doncaster

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £47.

Distance: 191 km

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Coach

£54

Average Price

£34

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 45m

Average total duration

8h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Norwich to Doncaster train times

The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Doncaster trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 09:28
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_trains09:54 Norwich
3h06
13:00 Doncaster1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Norwich to Doncaster

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Trains from Norwich to Doncaster run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 2h 38m.

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 £26
Distance
191 km
Average train duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£47
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 38m
First train
05:06
Last train
20:52
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 £26

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Doncaster trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Doncaster from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 38m
Cheapest Price
£47
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

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Price
£118
east_midlands_trains frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Norwich to Doncaster train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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
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.
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.
Booking trains from Norwich to Doncaster in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Doncaster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Norwich to Doncaster offers a mix of scenic views, including picturesque countryside, charming villages, and historic landscapes, particularly as it travels through the East of England and into South Yorkshire.
The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Doncaster is by coach, costing approximately £26.
A day trip from Norwich to Doncaster is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 38m. However, there are 5 train services per day covering the distance of 191 km.
The train station in Norwich that goes to Doncaster is Norwich station (NRW), and it arrives at Doncaster station (DON).
The train distance from Norwich to Doncaster is 191 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Norwich to Doncaster.
The train journey from Norwich to Doncaster covers a distance of 191 km and takes approximately 2h 38m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Norwich to Doncaster leaves at 5:06.
The last train from Norwich to Doncaster departs at 20:52.
To get from Norwich to Doncaster, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Norwich to Doncaster run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Norwich to Doncaster.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Norwich to Doncaster.
There is no night train service from Norwich to Doncaster.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Doncaster

Norwich
Doncaster
The major train station for departures in Norwich is Norwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your trip from Norwich to Doncaster.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Accessibility
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 taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: On forecourt and within station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Norwich
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt

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