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Trip Overview

The average train between Islington and Doncaster takes 1h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 29m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Islington 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.

1h 40m
Duration
155 mi
Distance
£50
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Islington to Doncaster train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Islington and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Islington is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 1:41 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 36m • Direct
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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 36m • Direct
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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 35m • Direct
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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 40m • Direct
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    train train 1h 37m • Direct
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    train train 1h 38m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 36m • Direct
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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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    train train 1h 38m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h 36m • Direct
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    train train 1h 51m • Direct
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    train train 1h 44m • Direct
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    train train 1h 38m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Islington to Doncaster? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Islington to Doncaster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 155.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Islington, England and Doncaster, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Doncaster every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Three other operators also service this route.

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