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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotherham to Doncaster
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotherham to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotherham to Doncaster will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rotherham for Doncaster every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
P2453917:440h24Rotherham Central (RMC)18:08Doncaster station (DON)£21One-way0 changes- P2454118:190h26Rotherham Central (RMC)18:45Doncaster station (DON)£31One-way0 changes
- P2453417:190h27Rotherham Central (RMC)17:46Doncaster station (DON)£61One-way0 changes
- P2453917:440h24Rotherham Central (RMC)18:08Doncaster station (DON)£21One-way0 changes
- P2454118:190h26Rotherham Central (RMC)18:45Doncaster station (DON)£31One-way0 changes
- P2453417:190h27Rotherham Central (RMC)17:46Doncaster station (DON)£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rotherham to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotherham to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 18 km
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58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rotherham to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotherham to Doncaster trains for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 14:19 Rotherham | 0h33 | 14:52 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotherham to Doncaster
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Trains from Rotherham to Doncaster run on average 4 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 24m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Rotherham to Doncaster trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Rotherham and Doncaster 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: Rotherham to Doncaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotherham 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rotherham and Doncaster
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- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 18:45 Saturday 07:00 - 18:45 Sunday 08:45 - 16:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lift access to both platforms. Lifts are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Bridge Street, a minute's walk from the station entrance.
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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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