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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Retford station (RET) 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 Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Retford station (RET) for Doncaster station (DON) 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 26 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 14 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 26 km
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44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON) train times
The table below shows live departures for Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON) trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 09:47 Retford station (RET) | 0h14 | 10:01 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:16 Retford station (RET) | 0h18 | 22:34 Doncaster station (DON) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON)
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Trains from Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:56, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 14m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 06:56 |
Last train 22:16 |
Train companies: LNER, First Hull Trains, Hull Trains from Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON) trainsLNER, First Hull Trains, Hull Trains trains will get you between Retford station (RET) and Doncaster station (DON) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Retford station (RET) to Doncaster station (DON) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Retford station (RET) 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 Retford station (RET) and Doncaster station (DON)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 08:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking is advisable.
- 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 Platforms 1 and 2. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Room on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Station 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 Platform 1 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 -21:30, Sun 08:30 - 21:30 Platform 2 opening hours Mon - Sat 05:30 - 22:00, Sun 08:30 - 22:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: north end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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Car Rental- 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.
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