The average train between Bolton and Doncaster takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Doncaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bolton and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 11:53 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Doncaster station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.
Bolton to Doncaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Doncaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Bolton to Doncaster train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Doncaster is 86.3 km. The road distance is 115 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 1h 26m.