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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Doncaster, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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SAR 31.39
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SAR 47.46
Sun16Nov
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SAR 47.46
Mon17Nov
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SAR 47.46
Tue18Nov
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SAR 42.02
Wed19Nov
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SAR 47.46
Thu20Nov
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Manchester to Doncaster Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Doncaster? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 31.39, with average prices for this route around SAR 143.95. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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20:13
1h 27m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
21:40
Doncaster
TransPennine Express
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20:43
1h 39m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
22:22
Doncaster
East Midlands RailwayNorthern
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21:13
1h 22m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
22:35
Doncaster
TransPennine Express
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21:54
1h 31m, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
23:25
Doncaster
East Midlands RailwayNorthern
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22:13
1h 18m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
23:31
Doncaster
TransPennine Express
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22:59
9h 22m, Changes required
Manchester Victoria
08:21
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Paris
TransPennine ExpressLNER
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Manchester to Doncaster Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:03
Last train
Last train
22:59
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Doncaster
Journey time
Journey time
1h 18m
Distance
Distance
73 km
Price
Price
SAR 31.39*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Northern, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Doncaster

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Doncaster. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Doncaster for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Doncaster, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Doncaster ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to Doncaster more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Doncaster train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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