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There’s more to this bustling metropolis than a day at the races

Our website offers cheap fares on LNER trains to Doncaster - with no booking fees!
Trains to London and Scotland go to Doncaster along the scenic East coast.

Doncaster has long been at the heart of the UK’s railway lines and is located only 19 minutes from York.

Most LNER train services stop in Doncaster on their journey from Edinburgh to Leeds and London.
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158,141
Fact About Doncaster
Doncaster's leisure centre is home to the first and only split-level ice rink in the UK

Popular trains to Doncaster

Edinburgh to Doncaster

Wednesday 22 May 2024
From
£22.70
330% greener than a car

London Kings Cross to Doncaster

Tuesday 21 May 2024
From
£18.20
330% greener than a car

These percentages were calculated using our Carbon Calculator.

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Plan your day out in Donny

If you’re looking for a town with a rich history then Doncaster has it in spades.

Home to the world famous racecourse and railway heritage, it’s also a modern mix of great shopping, fantastic places to eat and lots of interesting things to do.

Hop off the train and explore one of the jewels of Yorkshire.

Plus, when you join LNER Perks you'll get £5 free and 2% credit back every time you travel with us. 

Things to do in Doncaster

Your trip to Doncaster could see you storming a castle, cheering on the gee-gees, or shopping at a historic market.

Places to eat in Doncaster

You’ve got plenty of options when it comes to top nosh in Doncaster.

Nothing Beats Musical Routes

National Rail has partnered with renowned British DJ and broadcaster, Jo Whiley, to ignite a passion for exploring the roots of British music through train travel. Embark on a journey with Window Seater app with a variety of short audio guides narrating the vibrant tales of Britain's musical landscapes, both past and present.

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Which rail lines go through Doncaster?

The main train lines running through Doncaster station are LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Trains, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central, Hull Trains, and TransPennine Express.

Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?

Students studying full time can save up to 40% on LNER tickets via UniDAYS. All you need to do is log in to your UNiDAYS account on our UNiDAYS offer page, then find the discount label on tickets.

How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?

Cancelled train

In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.

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If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:

- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’

- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’

- Enter your details and submit your request

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Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?

If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.

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Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?

On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.

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