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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Doncaster (DON)

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40

train journeys
per day

77

miles (124 kms)

2hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

05:13 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Doncaster (DON)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and Doncaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to Doncaster is approximately 77 miles (124 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Doncaster.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to Doncaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Lancaster to Doncaster Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:13
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:12
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    2 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    08:36
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    09:22
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    09:37
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:24
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    10:17
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:51
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    10:35
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:48
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    11:35
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:35
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:58
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:26
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:22
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    2 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:35
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:57
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:15
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:31
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:49
    2 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    14:36
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    15:14
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:51
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    15:35
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:57
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:13
    Lancaster
    Doncaster
    Lancaster to Doncaster

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lancaster and Doncaster

The travel time between Lancaster and Doncaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and Doncaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Lancaster & Doncaster. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Doncaster.

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