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Holyhead to Doncaster train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 7:29 AM
Last updated at 7:29 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:53 AM Holyhead | 4h42 | 12:35 PM Doncaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Doncaster
Trains from Holyhead to Doncaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €123 if you book in advance.
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 233 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €123 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 04:21 |
Last train 20:42 |
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: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Holyhead to Doncaster trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Holyhead and Doncaster from €123. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 42m
Cheapest Price
€123
Avanti West Coast frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Transport for Wales
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
€100
Transport for Wales frequency
17 a day
FAQs: Trains from Holyhead to Doncaster
FAQs: Travel by train from Holyhead to Doncaster easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Holyhead to Doncaster.

Cheap train tickets from Holyhead to Doncaster can start from as little as €118 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Holyhead to Doncaster is €120; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Holyhead to Doncaster train time is 4 h 45 min covering the 232 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Holyhead to Doncaster leaves at 05: 36. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Holyhead to Doncaster leaves at 18: 33.
There are 6 trains a day from Holyhead to Doncaster which require at least one change with Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Holyhead to Doncaster train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Transport for Wales or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Holyhead and Doncaster to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 33.
A trip to Doncaster from Holyhead is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Holyhead to Doncaster by train is August.
Yes, you can take a train to Doncaster from Holyhead.
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Popular train stations from Holyhead to Doncaster
Holyhead
Doncaster
The major train station for departures in Holyhead is Holyhead. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Holyhead for your trip from Holyhead to Doncaster.
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Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 19:10 Sunday 10:30 - 17:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Black Bridge
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House. Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 00:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 00:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal. The National key toilets are located within the Ferry Terminal; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 2 by the gate (in ferry port area).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Holyhead
- Onward travel information: For the nearest bus stop, walk across the footbridge and turn right onto the main road.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stops outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Doncaster is Doncaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Doncaster for your journey to Doncaster from Holyhead.
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Amenities at train station
information
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.
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