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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Doncaster is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Doncaster is to train which takes 23 min and costs £6 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Cleveland Street/St Sepulchre Gate West. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Sheffield to Doncaster?

The distance between Sheffield and Doncaster is 18 miles. The road distance is 22.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs £6 - £14.

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

The train from Sheffield to Doncaster takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Doncaster bus from?

Sheffield to Doncaster bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from Castle Street/CG22 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Doncaster train from?

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Doncaster is to train which takes 23 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Sheffield to Doncaster bus arrive?

Sheffield to Doncaster bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Cleveland Street/St Sepulchre Gate West station.

Where does the Sheffield to Doncaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Doncaster is 22 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Sheffield to Doncaster.

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

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Sheffield to Doncaster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Sheffield to Doncaster by train, bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Doncastertrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
23 min
£6–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castle Street/CG22 to Cleveland Street/St Sepulchre Gate Westbus X2 / ...
1h 28m
Drive 21.9 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Doncastercar 21.9 mi
25 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sheffield to Doncastertaxi 21.9 mi
25 min
£95–120

Sheffield to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 23 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Doncaster every 2 hours. Tickets cost £10–14 and the journey takes 23 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, First South Yorkshire operates a bus from Castle Street/CG22 to Cleveland Street/St Sepulchre Gate West every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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