The average train between Sheffield and Doncaster takes 30 min and the fastest train takes 19 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Sheffield 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 20 minutes between Sheffield and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 12:03 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 30 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Doncaster station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.
Sheffield to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Sheffield to Doncaster train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Sheffield and Doncaster is 27.1 km. The road distance is 29 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Sheffield to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 28 min. Two other operators also service this route.