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Trains from Watford Junction to Doncaster (DON)

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43

train journeys
per day

132

miles (212 kms)

2hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

01:38 / 02:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Doncaster (DON)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Doncaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 43 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Doncaster is approximately 132 miles (212 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 33 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Doncaster.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Doncaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Doncaster Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    01:38
    6 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:25
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    08:17
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:15
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:40
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:45
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    09:09
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:40
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:08
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:30
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:00
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:08
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:30
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:33
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:09
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:40
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:39
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:09
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:26
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Watford Junction
    Doncaster
    Watford Junction to Doncaster

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Watford Junction and Doncaster

The travel time between Watford Junction and Doncaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Doncaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:13.

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

Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Doncaster. owever, there are 43 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, First Hull Trains, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Doncaster.

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