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Outbound fromDoncaster to Bridgend by train
It takes an average of 6h 18m to travel from Doncaster to Bridgend by train, over a distance of around 173 miles (278 km). There are normally 28 trains per day travelling from Doncaster to Bridgend and tickets for this journey start from £51.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:49 | |
| Departure station | Doncaster | |
| Arrival station | Bridgend | |
| Journey time | From 3h 58m | |
| Distance | 173 miles (278 km) | |
| Frequency | 28 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £51.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Grand Central Railway |
How to travel from Doncaster to Bridgend by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Doncaster to Bridgend? Look no further.
You'll usually find 28 trains per day running between Doncaster and Bridgend, which usually take 6 hours 18 minutes to complete the 173 miles (278 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 58 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bridgend by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Doncaster to Bridgend start from £51.80 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Bridgend? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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