The average train between Preston and Doncaster takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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 Preston and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Doncaster station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Preston to Doncaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Doncaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Preston to Doncaster train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Preston and Doncaster is 107.1 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Preston to Doncaster via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 2m.