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The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Showing times and prices for Feb 04
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
77 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Doncaster station (DON) for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
03:43PM1h53
Doncaster station (DON)05:36PMManchester Airport (MIA)
€211One-way
0 transfers
08:44AM2h26
Doncaster station (DON)11:10AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€251One-way
0 transfers
02:43PM1h53
Doncaster station (DON)04:36PMManchester Airport (MIA)
€261One-way
0 transfers
04:44PM1h36
Doncaster station (DON)06:20PMManchester Airport (MIA)
€261One-way
0 transfers
06:53AM2h07
Doncaster station (DON)09:00AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€271One-way
0 transfers
04:44PM1h36
Doncaster station (DON)06:20PMManchester Airport (MIA)
€261One-way
0 transfers
08:42AM1h38
Doncaster station (DON)10:20AMManchester Airport (MIA)
€281One-way
0 transfers
02:43PM1h53
Doncaster station (DON)04:36PMManchester Airport (MIA)
€261One-way
0 transfers
03:43PM1h53
Doncaster station (DON)05:36PMManchester Airport (MIA)
€211One-way
0 transfers
04:58PM2h02
Doncaster station (DON)07:00PMManchester Airport (MIA)
€271One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €25.
Distance: 77 km
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2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:12 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:43 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 1h37 | 12:20 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| 4:58 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h46 | 7:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:53 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 2h07 | 9:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 17:18. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 36m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 17:18 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Doncaster station (DON) and Manchester Airport (MIA) from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
€17
TransPennine Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 1m
Cheapest Price
€26
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
€21
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
€40
first_transpennine_express frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Trains from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is €23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is 1h 36m to travel the 77 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 5:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) leaves at 5:18 PM.
There are 9 trains a day from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA). You can choose between East Midlands Trains. East Midlands Trains trains take around 2h 1m
When taking a train from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA), you can count on TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Manchester Airport (MIA). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Doncaster station (DON) and Manchester Airport (MIA) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester Airport (MIA) from Doncaster station (DON) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 36m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Doncaster station (DON) and Manchester Airport (MIA) including taking a train and bus.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Doncaster station (DON) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Doncaster
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Doncaster is Doncaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Doncaster for your trip from Doncaster to Manchester.
Doncaster
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Phones are low level but not text
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking not required
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: .
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are adjacent to Platforms 3 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3a and 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on Platforms 4 and 8.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 3 opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30 Platform 4 North Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 01:30 Platform 4 South Waiting Room opening hours - 05:00 - 22:30
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Doncaster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the front of the station and park in the station overflow car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your journey to Manchester from Doncaster.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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