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Outbound fromDoncaster to Nottingham by train
It takes an average of 1h 55m to travel from Doncaster to Nottingham by train, over a distance of around 40 miles (64 km). There are normally 68 trains per day travelling from Doncaster to Nottingham and tickets for this journey start from £9.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:49 | |
| Departure station | Doncaster | |
| Arrival station | Nottingham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 17m | |
| Distance | 40 miles (64 km) | |
| Frequency | 68 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £9.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Doncaster to Nottingham by train
Looking to travel from Doncaster to Nottingham by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Doncaster to Nottingham usually takes around 2h to travel 40 miles (64 km). You can expect to find 60 trains running on this popular route per day. You’ll have to make 1 to 2 changes along the way during your journey. You may travel with a couple of different train companies during your journey to Nottingham, one of them being East Midlands Railway, on board you’ll find free WiFi on most services. If you want to get there quickly, the fastest train time takes just 1h 17m.
If you want to snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time and get a Railcard. You can check ticket prices in our Journey Planner at the top of the page.
If you want to know more about the journey from Doncaster to Nottingham by train, keep reading for timetable, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Doncaster to Nottingham
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Doncaster to Nottingham is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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