4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Doncaster
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Doncaster will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 6 trains that leave Leeds for Doncaster on Mon, Dec 15, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 44 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.
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Leeds to Doncaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Doncaster trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:21 AM Leeds | 0h44 | 12:05 PM Doncaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:21 PM Leeds | 0h44 | 6:05 PM Doncaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 PM Leeds | 0h44 | 10:29 PM Doncaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| C40648 | On time 6:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 6:35 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G91263 | On time 6:20 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h44 | 7:04 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C40650 | On time 6:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h32 | 7:12 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L02663 | On time 7:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h30 | 7:45 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G91265 | On time 7:20 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h44 | 8:04 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C40660 | On time 7:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h32 | 8:12 AM Doncaster station (DON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Doncaster
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Trains from Leeds to Doncaster run on average 8 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 31m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express from Leeds to Doncaster trainsNorthern Rail (3), LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Leeds and Doncaster from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains From Leeds To Doncaster: Journey Details
The first train of the day leaves Leeds between 5:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. The last train departs before 11:00 p.m. every day except Sunday, when it leaves just after 9:00 p.m. There are approximately 45 trains per day during the week and around 30-35 on weekends. Trains depart from Leeds every 15-30 minutes, most often in the mornings. Most trains from Leeds to Doncaster are direct, occasionally a change is required in York or Wakefield. The journey takes between 30 and 45 minutes. These train journeys are operated by East Coast, Cross Country, East Midlands Trains and Northern Rail.
Taking the Train from Leeds
All trains to Doncaster leave from Leeds Train Station, which is situated on the bank of the River Aire, just a few minutes from the city centre. Just outside the station at the New Station Street entrance is the bus interchange. Buses travel all around Leeds from here, including the Citybus which leaves every few minutes between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Other bus routes run throughout the city until around midnight.
Getting into Doncaster by Train
Doncaster displays a wide variety of architecture, from Roman ruins to Georgian buildings, which highlight the market town's long history. From the intriguing Sand House and the beautifully preserved Mansion House to the serene canals, there are many sights to explore. Hundreds of buses stop at the Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange, which is right outside the train station. Most locations within Doncaster are just a few minutes away by bus. Buses run until approximately 11:30 p.m.
FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Doncaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Doncaster 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 Doncaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Doncaster, located 0.5 miles (777 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Doncaster
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found Office
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the layby/Bus stop on Cottingley Drive (10325/10325)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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