The cheapest and fastest trains from South Kirkby to Doncaster
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Kirkby to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Kirkby to Doncaster will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave South Kirkby 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 14 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 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 coach and train for South Kirkby to Doncaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Kirkby to Doncaster 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 17m. 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: 14 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
South Kirkby to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for South Kirkby to Doncaster trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:50 South Kirkby | 0h17 | 10:07 Doncaster | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets South Kirkby to Doncaster by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
14 Jan
15 Jan
16 Jan
17 Jan
18 Jan
19 Jan
20 Jan
Journey information
Overview: Train from South Kirkby to Doncaster
Trains from South Kirkby to Doncaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 13:26. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 17m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 13:26 |
FAQs: South Kirkby to Doncaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Kirkby 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 South Kirkby and Doncaster
- 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.
More options for your journey from South Kirkby to Doncaster
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
