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Today19 Jun
Tomorrow20 Jun
from US$90
Sat21 Jun
Sun22 Jun
Mon23 Jun
Tue24 Jun
Wed25 Jun
Thu26 Jun
from US$67

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Doncaster
    Destination location: Interchange, stand C7
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Doncaster
    Destination location: Interchange, stand C7
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Doncaster
    Destination location: Interchange, stand C7
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Doncaster
    Destination location: Interchange, stand C7
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 20 June at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Waverley
    Arrival time: 20 June at
    Destination city: Doncaster
    Destination location: Interchange, stand C7
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Doncaster

Train
Average priceUS$42 - US$338Average duration2h 54m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$40 - US$40Average duration4h 30m
13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Edinburgh to Doncaster

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Doncaster. The journey takes about 2 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
2h 54mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Train Edinburgh to Doncaster: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$105
Average train trip duration2h 54m
Number of daily trains10.28
Earliest train departure07:00
Distance187 miles
Latest train departure19:37

Edinburgh to Doncaster Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Doncaster

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

    The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Doncaster is US$105. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Doncaster is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

    A train trip between Edinburgh and Doncaster is around 2h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 187 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Edinburgh and Doncaster?

    The number of trains from Edinburgh to Doncaster can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10.28. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Doncaster by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

    When taking the train from Edinburgh to Doncaster, you can travel comfortably and safely with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
17/06
US$68
18/06
US$60
Today
US$64
20/06
US$86
21/06
US$55
22/06
US$65
23/06
US$65
24/06
US$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Doncaster was searched and found on 21 Jun 2025 with a price of US$55

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

You can expect to pay from US$55 to US$322 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Doncaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$55, which is on 2025-06-21.

Usually RDG_CROSSCOUNTRY will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Edinburgh and Doncaster is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Doncaster.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Doncaster you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Edinburgh and Doncaster, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Edinburgh to Doncaster while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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