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Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Salford Central (SFD)

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32

train journeys
per day

45

miles (73 kms)

1hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

06:08 / 00:17

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Salford Central (SFD)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Doncaster and Salford Central , 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 Salford Central is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 27 mins.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Salford Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Doncaster to Salford Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Doncaster to Salford Central Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:08
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:31
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    09:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:42
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:43
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:43
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:31
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:35
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    14:58
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:43
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:30
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:43
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:42
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:19
    2 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    17:31
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:42
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    18:11
    Doncaster
    Salford Central
    Doncaster to Salford Central

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 Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
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 Salford Central

The travel time between Doncaster and Salford Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Doncaster and Salford Central 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 06:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:17.

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

Amenities on trains between Doncaster and Salford Central 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 & Salford Central. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Salford Central.

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