The average train between Cheltenham and Doncaster takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 7:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 8:12 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 11:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Doncaster station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Cheltenham to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Cheltenham to Doncaster train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cheltenham and Doncaster is 191.4 km. The road distance is 223 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Sheffield hourly. Tickets cost £60–90 and the journey takes 2h 6m.