The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Doncaster
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Doncaster will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nottingham for Doncaster every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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.
8:172h05Nottingham10:22Doncaster£231One-way0 changes
8:182h05Nottingham10:23Doncaster£231One-way0 changes
8:182h05Nottingham10:23Doncaster£231One-way0 changes
8:172h05Nottingham10:22Doncaster£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 63 km
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£22 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Doncaster trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:21 Nottingham | 1h43 | 7:04 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:17 Nottingham | 2h05 | 10:22 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:18 Nottingham | 2h05 | 10:23 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:17 Nottingham | 2h05 | 11:22 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Doncaster by train or coach
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Why should you book Nottingham to Doncaster trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Doncaster.
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Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains or east_midlands_trains to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Doncaster.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Doncaster.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Doncaster
Trains from Nottingham to Doncaster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 5:06 |
Last train 23:23 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Nottingham to Doncaster trainsNorthern Rail, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Hull Trains, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Nottingham and Doncaster from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nottingham to Doncaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Doncaster
Most Nottingham to Doncaster trains use the Nottingham to Doncaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Doncaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Doncaster leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Doncaster station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
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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