The average train between Rugby and Doncaster takes 2h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby 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 3 hours between Rugby and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 7:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 8:16 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 10:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Doncaster station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.
Rugby to Doncaster train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Doncaster train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Rugby to Doncaster train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Doncaster is 128.4 km. The road distance is 199 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Doncaster via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 8m.