Plymouth to Doncaster train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Doncaster

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Cheapest price

£72

Average price

£72

Fastest journey

5 h 30 m

Average duration

5 h 30 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

406 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Plymouth to Doncaster will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Doncaster every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 30 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.

Great Western Rail
04:555h30
Plymouth
10:25Doncaster
£721One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Plymouth to Doncaster

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a train costs an average of £143.

Distance: 406 km

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£143

Average Price

£57

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5h 10m

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10h 9m

Average total duration

9h 39m

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Live departures

Plymouth to Doncaster train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Doncaster trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 15:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western04:55 Plymouth
5h30
10:25 Doncaster0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Doncaster

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Trains from Plymouth to Doncaster run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £143 but you can travel from only £57 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 406 km distance in 5h 54m.

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 £57
Distance
406 km
Average train duration
5h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£143
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
5h 54m
First train
05:06
Last train
23:55
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 £57

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Plymouth to Doncaster trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Plymouth and Doncaster from £57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 30m
Cheapest Price
£72
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at 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
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 21m
Cheapest Price
£321
Cross Country frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Plymouth to Doncaster train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 day trip from Plymouth to Doncaster is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 54m one way. There are 4 train trips per day over a distance of 406 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Plymouth to Doncaster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £143, while the average price tends to be around £143.
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Doncaster is by coach, costing approximately £57.
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.
The train distance from Plymouth to Doncaster is 406 km.
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.
The last train from Plymouth to Doncaster departs at 23:55.
The train journey from Plymouth to Doncaster offers varied scenery, including the picturesque landscapes of Devon and the rolling hills of South Yorkshire, making it a pleasant and scenic route.
Yes, there is a direct train between Plymouth and Doncaster. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
Booking trains from Plymouth to Doncaster in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Plymouth to Doncaster covers a distance of 406 km and takes approximately 5h 54m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Doncaster is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Doncaster station (DON).
The first train from Plymouth to Doncaster leaves at 5:06.
Trains from Plymouth to Doncaster run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Doncaster.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Doncaster.
Yes, you can take the train from Plymouth to Doncaster.
To get from Plymouth to Doncaster, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Doncaster

Plymouth
Doncaster
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth 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
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station

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