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Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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32

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

3hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

05:36 / 00:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Ellesmere Port (ELP)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Doncaster to Ellesmere Port is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 15 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Doncaster to Ellesmere Port. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Doncaster to Ellesmere Port Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:36
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    06:08
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:30
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    07:41
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    11:30
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    08:19
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    08:43
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    09:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:30
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:30
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    11:43
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    12:14
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    16:30
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    17:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:30
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:30
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    15:15
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    19:00
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    19:15
    Doncaster
    Ellesmere Port
    Doncaster to Ellesmere Port

About Doncaster Station

Station name Doncaster (DON)
Address Doncaster station, Station Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1PE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port

The travel time between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:36, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:17.

First class tickets on trains between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Doncaster & Ellesmere Port. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Doncaster and Ellesmere Port, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.