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Trip Overview

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.

2h 49m
Duration
91 mi
Distance
£33
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Doncaster train times

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.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 27m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 23m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express2h 27m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.

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  • Distance: 91.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Doncaster via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 3m.

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