The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough station (PBO) to Doncaster station (DON)
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough station (PBO) 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 Peterborough station (PBO) to Doncaster station (DON) will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 6 trains that leave Peterborough station (PBO) for Doncaster station (DON) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
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P00130Live departures
Peterborough station (PBO) to Doncaster station (DON) train times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough station (PBO) to Doncaster station (DON) trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P00095 | On time 14:52 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h47 | 15:39 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23447 | On time 15:18 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h50 | 16:08 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
P00130 | On time 08:00 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h00 | 09:00 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23413 | On time 08:18 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h51 | 09:09 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
P00087 | On time 08:51 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h50 | 09:41 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23418 | On time 09:18 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h51 | 10:09 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
P00089 | On time 09:53 Peterborough station (PBO) | 0h47 | 10:40 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23393 | On time 09:59 Peterborough station (PBO) | 1h02 | 11:01 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough station (PBO) to Doncaster station (DON)
Trains from Peterborough station (PBO) to Doncaster station (DON) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 45m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 21:48 |
Train companies: LNER, East Midlands Trains, Grand Central Trains, east_midlands_trains from Peterborough station (PBO) to Doncaster station (DON) trainsLNER, East Midlands Trains, Grand Central Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Peterborough station (PBO) 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.
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FAQs: Peterborough station (PBO) to Doncaster station (DON) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough station (PBO) 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 Peterborough station (PBO) and Doncaster station (DON)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
