How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Doncaster?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Doncaster start from PEN 68. The average price for this train route is around PEN 117. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Doncaster?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Doncaster is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 46 miles (73 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 14m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Doncaster route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express , Northern .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Doncaster?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Doncaster at 7:11am. And the latest train departs at 10:13pm.

What is the best train operator from Manchester to Doncaster?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Doncaster?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Doncaster?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Doncaster?

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

Train Manchester to Doncaster from PEN 61

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Manchester to Doncaster on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:17pm	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 17m	4:34pm	Interchange, stand C7	No tags
Train	4:17pm	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 17m	5:34pm	Interchange, stand C7	No tags
Train	5:17pm	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 18m	6:35pm	Interchange, stand C7	No tags
Train	6:17pm	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 18m	7:35pm	Interchange, stand C7	No tags
Train	7:17pm	Manchester Piccadilly	1h 18m	8:35pm	Interchange, stand C7	No tags

Get from Manchester to Doncaster

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 24 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

1h 24mAverage Duration

46 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.6/523 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi5.0

Northern

4.0/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

GB train companies:RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Doncaster by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Doncaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Doncaster start from PEN 68. The average price for this train route is around PEN 117. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Doncaster?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Doncaster is 1h 24m, covering a distance of 46 miles (73 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 14m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Doncaster route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Doncaster?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Doncaster at 7:11am. And the latest train departs at 10:13pm.
What is the best train operator from Manchester to Doncaster?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Doncaster?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Doncaster?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Doncaster?
According to Busbud traveler 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

04/28

PEN 67

04/29

PEN 67

Today

PEN 68

05/01

PEN 80

05/02

PEN 76

05/03

PEN 65

05/04

PEN 75

05/05

PEN 65

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Doncaster was searched and found on May 3, 2026 with a price of PEN 65

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 65 to PEN 291 for a train ticket from Manchester to Doncaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 65 which is on 2026-05-03.