Doncaster to Exeter by train

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Overview: trains from Doncaster to Exeter

Find the key information for travelling by train from Doncaster to Exeter, 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 06:46 View journey
Last train 18:00 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 4hr 9m View journey
Distance (km) 351
Trains / day 19 View all
Cheapest journey €77.74 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 52m
Train operators 1

Going from Doncaster to Exeter by train

About to set off from Doncaster to Exeter by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Doncaster and Exeter

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €77.74, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of €77, and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to €77.

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Doncaster to Exeter train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:46.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 17:58.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:51.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 18:00.

  • 19 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 39 minutes.

Average train travel time from Doncaster to Exeter

The quickest time by train is 4 hours and 9 minutes, travelling a total distance of 351 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Doncaster and Exeter?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Doncaster and Exeter 4 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your trip to Exeter

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Exeter.

FAQs about the train journey from Doncaster to Exeter

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

The train journey between Doncaster and Exeter covers 351 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.