Stratford to Doncaster train with Grand Central Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford to Doncaster

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£56

Average price

£71

Fastest journey

2 h 37 m

Average duration

2 h 48 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

233 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Stratford to Doncaster will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Stratford for Doncaster every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.

LNER
04:402h37
Stratford
07:17Doncaster
£561One-way
0 changes
LNER
04:583h02
Stratford
08:00Doncaster
£701One-way
0 changes
LNER
17:312h38
Stratford
20:09Doncaster
£761One-way
0 changes
LNER
04:172h53
Stratford
07:10Doncaster
£801One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stratford to Doncaster

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, and a coach costs an average of £78.

Distance: 233 km

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Coach

£50

Average Price

Cheapest

£78

Average Price

2h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

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30m

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Live departures

Stratford to Doncaster train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 09:20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
london_north_eastern_railway04:17 Stratford
2h53
07:10 Doncaster0 changesdirect
london_north_eastern_railway04:40 Stratford
2h37
07:17 Doncaster0 changesdirect
london_north_eastern_railway04:58 Stratford
3h02
08:00 Doncaster0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stratford to Doncaster

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Trains from Stratford to Doncaster run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
233 km
Average train duration
2h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
2h 29m
First train
05:03
Last train
21:42
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

Train companies: Grand Central Trains, Southeastern from Stratford to Doncaster trainsGrand Central Trains, Southeastern trains will get you between Stratford and Doncaster from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Grand Central Trains

About
Grand Central Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the North East of England, Yorkshire and the East Midlands. Grand Central Trains offers a range of services, including express, semi-fast and stopping services. Express services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to three hours. Semi-fast services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to four hours. Stopping services run between London and the North East, Yorkshire and the East Midlands, with journey times of up to five hours. Grand Central Trains offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Standard tickets are the most economical option, while First Class tickets offer more comfort and space. Advance tickets are available for purchase up to 12 weeks in advance and offer the best value for money. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Grand Central Trains are London to Bradford, London to Sunderland, London to York and London to Wakefield.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Price
£78
Grand Central Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus cafe bar on some services
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory, available for a small fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramp assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket
Quiet zone

Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
£47
Southeastern frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Stratford to Doncaster train

FAQs: Travel by train from Stratford to Doncaster easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stratford to Doncaster.
FAQs
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.
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 train distance from Stratford to Doncaster is 233 km.
Booking trains from Stratford 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 Stratford to Doncaster covers a distance of 233 km and takes approximately 2h 29m. Trains run 11 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Stratford to Doncaster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £50.
The first train from Stratford to Doncaster leaves at 5:03.
The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Doncaster is by train, costing approximately £29.
The last train from Stratford to Doncaster departs at 21:42.
Trains from Stratford to Doncaster run approximately 11 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stratford to Doncaster.
To get from Stratford to Doncaster, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Stratford that goes to Doncaster is Stratford (London) (SRA), and it arrives at Doncaster station (DON).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stratford to Doncaster.
Yes, you can take the train from Stratford to Doncaster.
There is no night train service from Stratford to Doncaster.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Doncaster

Stratford
Doncaster
The major train station for departures in Stratford is Maryland. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Maryland for your trip from Stratford to Doncaster.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 13:15 Saturday 06:40 - 13:45 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1&2
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the ticket barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Maryland
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services cannot operate from this station. Stratford (London) station is 10 minute signposted walk. Click here for map of walking route
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
  • 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: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
Public transport options for Stratford (London)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
  • Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 22:00 Saturday 06:15 - 22:00 Sunday 09:30 - 17:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WH Smiths
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step free access to all platforms via lifts.Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Booking Hall
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Booking Hall
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: on platform
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Within car park and alongside station entrance
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Textphone 0800 783 4548
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Stratford International
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt
  • Metro: Docklands Light Railway is available at the station for onward connection to London Underground and DLR stations.

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