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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £40 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

The distance between Edinburgh and Doncaster is 236 miles. The road distance is 211.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £40 - £85.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Doncaster train from?

Edinburgh to Doncaster train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Doncaster train arrive?

Edinburgh to Doncaster train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Doncaster is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Edinburgh to Doncaster.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Doncaster train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Doncaster?

There are 554+ hotels available in Doncaster.

Edinburgh to Doncaster - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 46m
£40–85
Drive 210.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Doncastercar 210.1 mi
4h 7m
£52–74
Fly, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Doncastertrain
5h 35m
£60–170
Train via Wakefield
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wakefield Westgatetrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 53m
£52–99

Edinburgh to Doncaster by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.8 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Doncaster, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Two other operators also service this route.

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