What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Doncaster?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Doncaster is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Doncaster?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Doncaster is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Doncaster?

The distance between Cardiff and Doncaster is 204 miles. The road distance is 196 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Doncaster without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Doncaster?

The train from Cardiff Central to Doncaster takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Doncaster bus from?

Cardiff to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Doncaster train from?

Cardiff to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Doncaster is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Doncaster bus arrive?

Cardiff to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Doncaster train arrive?

Cardiff to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Doncaster is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Cardiff to Doncaster.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Doncaster?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Doncaster?

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

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Cardiff to Doncaster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Doncaster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Doncastertrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
4h 10m
£55–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7bus 152
6h 45m
£27–72
Drive 194.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Doncastercar 194.8 mi
3h 28m
£48–70
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Doncastertrain Reading - York / ...
4h 19m
£44–166
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Doncastertrain Stockport - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 56m
£49–144

Cardiff to Doncaster by train

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Doncaster, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Doncaster 5 times a week. Tickets cost £55–160 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 45m.

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