Croydon to Doncaster by train

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Overview: trains from Croydon to Doncaster

Find the key information for travelling by train from Croydon to Doncaster, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:10 View journey
Last train 21:55 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 27m View journey
Distance (km) 249
Trains / day 96 View all
Cheapest journey US$53.50 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 45m
Train operators 10

Explore Croydon to Doncaster by train

Thinking about travelling from Croydon to Doncaster by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train travel between Croydon and Doncaster: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Croydon to Doncaster:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$53.50

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 and a half months in advance.

Croydon to Doncaster departure frequency and train timetable

With 96 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 7 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:40 and the last one is at 21:55. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 01:10, with the last one at 21:34.

Average train travel time and distance from Croydon to Doncaster

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 27 minutes, spanning 249 kilometres in total.

How early can you book train tickets from Croydon to Doncaster?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn more about train travel from Croydon to Doncaster

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Doncaster city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Croydon to Doncaster

Want to know more about your journey from Croydon to Doncaster? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Croydon to Doncaster is 249 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.