The average train between Northampton and Doncaster takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Northampton 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 every 2 hours between Northampton and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 10:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Doncaster station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Northampton to Doncaster train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.
Northampton to Doncaster train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Northampton to Doncaster train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Northampton and Doncaster is 142.5 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Doncaster via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 32m.