Train from Edinburgh to Doncaster: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Doncaster on 2 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
Interchange, stand C7Cheapest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
Interchange, stand C7Fastest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
Interchange, stand C7No tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
Interchange, stand C7No tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
Interchange, stand C7No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:37 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Doncaster

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Doncaster. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 783, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
301 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 086 - R 1 086Average duration18h 20m
8kg CO₂e
Average priceR 731 - R 5 528Average duration2h 49m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 783 - R 783Average duration4h 30m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Doncaster by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Doncaster start from R 731. The average price for this train route is around R 1 718. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Edinburgh to Doncaster is 2h 49m, covering a distance of 301 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 46m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express.

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

    The earliest train from Edinburgh to Doncaster departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 21:00.

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

    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 46 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

    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.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
30/01
R 1 341
31/01
R 896
Today
R 732
02/02
R 1 220
03/02
R 754
04/02
R 909
05/02
R 1 077
06/02
R 1 273
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Doncaster was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 732

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 R 732 to R 3 244 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 R 754, which is on 2026-02-03.

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