What is the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Doncaster?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Doncaster from Edinburgh. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Doncaster from Edinburgh?
You can reach Doncaster with just £47 by taking a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER), but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)2h 55m013:00EdinburghWaverley Train Station15:55DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 13:00:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 15:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)2h 59m013:30EdinburghWaverley Train Station16:29DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 13:30:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 16:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 59m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)2h 54m014:00EdinburghWaverley Train Station16:54DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 14:00:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 16:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 54m
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CrossCountry3h 44m012:07EdinburghWaverley Train Station15:51DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 12:07:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 15:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £72 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 44m
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CrossCountry3h 43m013:08EdinburghWaverley Train Station16:51DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 13:08:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 16:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £72 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Doncaster?
You can get to Doncaster from Edinburgh in just 2h 54m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER). But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)2h 54m014:00EdinburghWaverley Train Station16:54DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 14:00:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 16:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 54m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)2h 55m013:00EdinburghWaverley Train Station15:55DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 13:00:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 15:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)2h 59m013:30EdinburghWaverley Train Station16:29DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 13:30:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 16:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 59m
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CrossCountry3h 43m013:08EdinburghWaverley Train Station16:51DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 13:08:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 16:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £72 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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CrossCountry3h 44m012:07EdinburghWaverley Train Station15:51DoncasterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) at 13/12/2025 12:07:00 to Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) arriving at 13/12/2025 15:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £72 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 44m
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Bus from Edinburgh to Doncaster
What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Doncaster?
In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from Waverley Train Station, Haymarket Coach Stop or Princes Street, while in Doncaster you will be arriving at Central Station, Frenchgate Interchange Bus Station or Manor Road/Grange Avenue, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Doncaster from Edinburgh? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Edinburgh and Doncaster, you can pay as low as £47 with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER): you will get to Doncaster in just 2h 54m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Edinburgh and Doncaster are London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Edinburgh and Doncaster is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Broomhouse or to Bentley, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Edinburgh to Doncaster?
The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Doncaster, are London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry
All you need to know when you travel from Edinburgh to Doncaster
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Doncaster. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Edinburgh to Doncaster
How can I reach Doncaster from Edinburgh?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Doncaster from Edinburgh.
How far is Doncaster from Edinburgh?
The distance between Edinburgh and Doncaster is 300.8 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Edinburgh and Doncaster?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 51 kgs, and a flight 74 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Edinburgh to Doncaster?
You can get to Doncaster with just £47 by taking a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).
What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Doncaster in just 2h 54m with a Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER).
More routes to Edinburgh and to Doncaster
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Edinburgh and to Doncaster. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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