Doncaster to Sheffield train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Doncaster to Sheffield

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€2

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€5

Fastest journey on Sep 17

22 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

24 m

Trains on Sep 17

18

Distance

27 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Sheffield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Doncaster to Sheffield will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.

Fast trains

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 18 trains from Doncaster to Sheffield, including 18 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 27 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.

  • Northern RailP24521
    2:36 PM0h38
    Doncaster station (DON)
    3:14 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    21One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89296
    2:20 PM0h29
    Doncaster station (DON)
    2:49 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    31One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89300
    3:20 PM0h27
    Doncaster station (DON)
    3:47 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    31One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryG01186
    2:59 PM0h23
    Doncaster station (DON)
    3:22 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    41One-way
    0 transfers
  • CrossCountryW29935
    2:00 PM0h22
    Doncaster station (DON)
    2:22 PMSheffield station (SHF)
    41One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Doncaster to Sheffield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Doncaster to Sheffield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, while a bus costs an average of €6.

Distance: 27 km

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€4

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€6

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59m

Average total duration

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29m

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30m

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1h 10m

Average total duration

40m

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34m

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The cheapest way to travel from Doncaster to Sheffield is a train with an average price of €4.

This is compared to other travel options from Doncaster to Sheffield:

A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Doncaster to Sheffield costing on average €6.

The fastest way to travel from Doncaster to Sheffield is by train with an average journey time of 29m.

Other travel options to Sheffield take longer:

Bus takes on average 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Doncaster and Sheffield including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Doncaster to Sheffield train times

The table below shows live departures for Doncaster to Sheffield trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailP244146:06 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h40
6:46 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG892706:15 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h27
6:42 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846516:26 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h39
7:05 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP244226:34 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h45
7:19 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011766:47 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h24
7:11 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG892727:21 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h27
7:48 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP244418:00 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h45
8:45 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG892768:21 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h27
8:48 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP244458:34 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h40
9:14 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846618:43 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h27
9:10 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP244569:36 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h38
10:14 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846679:43 AM Doncaster station (DON)
0h26
10:09 AM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryW299352:00 PM Doncaster station (DON)
0h22
2:22 PM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG892962:20 PM Doncaster station (DON)
0h29
2:49 PM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailP245212:36 PM Doncaster station (DON)
0h38
3:14 PM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW846972:42 PM Doncaster station (DON)
0h27
3:09 PM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG011862:59 PM Doncaster station (DON)
0h23
3:22 PM Sheffield station (SHF)0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89300
On time
3:20 PM Doncaster station (DON)
0h27
3:47 PM Sheffield station (SHF)
0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Doncaster to Sheffield trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country and more offer trains services from Doncaster to Sheffield.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Doncaster to Sheffield.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Doncaster to Sheffield.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Doncaster to Sheffield.

Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Doncaster to Sheffield.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Doncaster to Sheffield.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Doncaster to Sheffield

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Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield run on average 9 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 27 km distance in 26m.

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
27 km
Average train duration
29m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
26m
First train
5:10 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
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: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Doncaster to Sheffield trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Doncaster and Sheffield from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

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 Northern Rail Duration
28m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€2
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

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 Transpennine Express Duration
26m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€7
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
23m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€4
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Price
€102
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
6 a day

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cross Country Duration
21m
Cheapest Cross Country Price
€30
Cross Country frequency
10 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
27m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
€24
TransPennine Express frequency
8 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
26m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
€7
Northern Trains Limited frequency
26 a day

Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield: Journey Details

There are frequent direct trains from Doncaster to Sheffield, provided by TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midland Trains and CrossCountry. Weekday schedules begin very early in the morning and continue with a departure frequency of around 4 trains an hour until the final service leaves Doncaster shortly before midnight. Journey times range from around 20 minutes to 40 minutes. Sunday services are less frequent, with a later first departure in the morning. Weekday off-peak day return fares are available on departures from 9:42 a.m. onwards.

Taking the Train from Doncaster

Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield depart from the main station situated on the western edge of the town centre. It is adjacent to the town's main bus station, the Frenchgate interchange, offering numerous services around the town and region. There is a taxi rank located by the front entrance to the station opposite Trafford Way.

Getting into Sheffield by Train

Sheffield celebrates its rich industrial heritage in attractions such as the Kelham Island Museum, with exhibits and interactive displays devoted to the city's development. Sheffield has also become a popular destination for gourmets, with the Moor Market offering stalls selling organic produce, cosmopolitan foods and regional craft ales, alongside jewellery and fabric outlets. Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield arrive at the main station, which is situated on the south-eastern side of the city centre. The station is also served by a tram stop, accessed by an overbridge, for Stagecoach Supertram connections around Sheffield. The bus interchange, with services around the city and region, is on Pond Street, opposite the rail station. There is a taxi rank at the station front.

FAQs: Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Doncaster to Sheffield 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 Sheffield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Doncaster to Sheffield can start from as little as €2 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Doncaster to Sheffield is €4; 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 to Sheffield is 26m to travel the 27 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 to Sheffield leaves at 5:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Doncaster to Sheffield leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 9 direct trains a day from Doncaster to Sheffield with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Doncaster to Sheffield, you can count on Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited for the best way to get you to Sheffield. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Doncaster and Sheffield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Sheffield from Doncaster is worth doing with a journey time of 26m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Doncaster to Sheffield is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Doncaster and Sheffield including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Doncaster to Sheffield

Most Doncaster to Sheffield trains use the Doncaster to Sheffield station pair, with some services arriving at Meadowhall. Use this guide to compare Doncaster and Sheffield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Doncaster
Arrival train stations in Sheffield

Which Doncaster station do trains to Sheffield leave from?

Trains from Doncaster to Sheffield leave from Doncaster. The station is from Doncaster city centre at Doncaster station, Station Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1PE.
DoncasterDoncaster station, Station Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1PEWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Doncaster from Doncaster city centre

Bus399 · 3m · €4
384, 387, 388, 384A, 385A, 387A · 5m · every ~18 min

Doncaster train station facilities and services

Doncaster has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Doncaster.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Doncaster. ATMs are available at Doncaster.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Doncaster.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Doncaster: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Doncaster: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Doncaster: 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.

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