Ashford to Doncaster by train

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Overview: trains from Ashford to Doncaster

Find the key information for travelling by train from Ashford 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 05:13 View journey
Last train 23:16 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 34m View journey
Distance (km) 298
Trains / day 43 View all
Cheapest journey €123.66 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 54m
Train operators 8

Travelling by train from Ashford to Doncaster

Ready to travel from Ashford to Doncaster by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Cost of train travel from Ashford to Doncaster

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Ashford to Doncaster:

  • Cheapest ticket: €123.66

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train times for travel between Ashford and Doncaster

If you are taking the train from Ashford to Doncaster, you will have 43 trains each day (with a departure every 26 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:13. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:16. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:43, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:16.

Train travel time and distance from Ashford to Doncaster

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 34 minutes. The total distance travelled is 298 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Ashford to Doncaster trains

Tickets for travel to Doncaster along this route are available for purchase 4 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Maximising your travels to Doncaster

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Doncaster.

FAQs about the train journey from Ashford to Doncaster

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

The total distance between Ashford and Doncaster by train is 298 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.