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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Doncaster is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Doncaster is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Manchester to Doncaster?

The distance between Manchester and Doncaster is 61 miles. The road distance is 52 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £40.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncaster takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Doncaster bus from?

Manchester to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Doncaster train from?

Manchester to Doncaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Manchester to Doncaster is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £14 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Doncaster bus arrive?

Manchester to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Manchester to Doncaster train arrive?

Manchester to Doncaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Doncaster is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Manchester to Doncaster.

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

There are 547+ hotels available in Doncaster.

Manchester to Doncaster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Doncaster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to DoncasterLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 25m
£14–40
Drive 51.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Doncaster51.7 mi
1h 10m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk079
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2X3
2h 50m

Manchester to Doncaster by train

117Weekly Trains

1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.3 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £14–40 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 2h 50m.

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