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Edinburgh to Doncaster

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Edinburgh, Great Britain → Doncaster, Great Britain

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Composite routes from Edinburgh to Doncaster

Cheapest

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.97–$227.84
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$329.10
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$582.26
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$531.63

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$26.58–$265.81

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90

Megabus UK

Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.62–$107.59

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sheffield,
Ave. Duration:
6h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.10–$69.62

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$443.02
Train from Birmingham International to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$151.89–$227.84

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
3h 44m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$120.25

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncaster
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$54.43

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster is to bus via Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) which costs $41.30 - $59.78 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

The distance between Edinburgh and Doncaster is 378 km. The road distance is 338.5 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Doncaster without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster takes 2h 53m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Doncaster bus from?

Edinburgh to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Doncaster train from?

Edinburgh to Doncaster train services, operated by LNER, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Doncaster is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs $119.57 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $92.39 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Doncaster bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Doncaster train arrive?

Edinburgh to Doncaster train services, operated by LNER, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Doncaster is 338 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Edinburgh to Doncaster.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Doncaster?

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

There are 468+ hotels available in Doncaster. Prices start at $38.02 per night.
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