The average train between Doncaster and Preston takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Doncaster to Preston. 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 Doncaster and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Preston at 12:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to Preston. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Preston station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Doncaster to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Doncaster station.
Doncaster to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Doncaster to Preston train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Doncaster and Preston is 107.1 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Doncaster to Preston via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 27m.