Train from Doncaster to Nottingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Doncaster to Nottingham on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
NorthernTrain
Interchange, stand C7
NottinghamCheapest
NorthernTrain
Interchange, stand C7
NottinghamFastest
NorthernTrain
Interchange, stand C7
NottinghamNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:36 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Doncaster to Nottingham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Nottingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 20mAverage duration
40 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£11 - £14Average duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£16 - £47Average duration1h 38m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£8 - £8Average duration1h 20m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Doncaster to Nottingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Doncaster to Nottingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Doncaster to Nottingham start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Doncaster to Nottingham?

    The average train journey time from Doncaster to Nottingham is 1h 38m, covering a distance of 40 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Northern.

  3. Which train operators serve the Doncaster to Nottingham route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Northern, East Midlands Railway.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Doncaster to Nottingham?

    The earliest train from Doncaster to Nottingham departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 17:21.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Doncaster to Nottingham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Doncaster to Nottingham?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator East Midlands Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Doncaster to Nottingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is East Midlands Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Doncaster to Nottingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
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11/12
£29
Today
£24
13/12
£21
14/12
£21
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No data
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17/12
£28
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Doncaster to Nottingham was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Doncaster to Nottingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £42 for a train ticket from Doncaster to Nottingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-14.

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