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Compare 2 ways to travel from Doncaster to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 890, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 890 - R 5 655 | Average duration3h 1m | 7kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 879 - R 879 | Average duration4h | 13kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Doncaster to Edinburgh by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Doncaster to Edinburgh start from R 890. The average price for this train route is around R 2 130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Doncaster to Edinburgh is 3h 1m, covering a distance of 301 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 44m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators serve the Doncaster to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Doncaster to Edinburgh departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 23:43.
Which is the best train operator from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Doncaster to Edinburgh was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 879To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Doncaster to Edinburgh as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 879 to R 5 497 for a train ticket from Doncaster to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 907, which is on 2025-12-17.
Usually 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.
