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Outbound fromLiverpool Lime Street to Doncaster by train
It takes an average of 2h 19m to travel from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster by train, over a distance of around 76 miles (122 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster and tickets for this journey start from £13.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:20 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Lime Street | |
| Arrival station | Doncaster | |
| Journey time | From 2h 12m | |
| Distance | 76 miles (122 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £13.20 | |
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Taking the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster in 2 hours 12 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 19 minutes to travel the 76 miles (122 km) from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 18 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express for all or at least part of your journey to Doncaster.
Book train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £13.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Doncaster by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster
Book in advance
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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 Liverpool Lime Street to Doncaster 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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