Leicester, Leicestershire to Doncaster, South Yorkshire from $24: 4 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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How to Get from Leicester to Doncaster: Cheapest, Fastest and Best Way

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$24 by carBest price

122 kmDistance

1h 17m Fastest

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Leicester - Doncaster operators

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Train

Contact phone

03457 125 678

Website

https://www.eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/

Train from Leicester to Sheffield

Average Duration

1h 5m

Estimated price

$35-130

Contact phone

+44 345 600 1671

Website

https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/

Train from Sheffield to Doncaster

Average Duration

24m

Estimated price

$13-21

Contact phone

+44 800 200 6060

Website

https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/

Train from Sheffield to Doncaster

Average Duration

39m

Estimated price

$6-9

Contact phone

0344 736 9123

Website

https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/

Train from Sheffield to Doncaster

Average Duration

22m

Estimated price

$21-35

Train from Derby to Doncaster

Average Duration

54m

Estimated price

$40-90

Bus

Contact phone

+49 30 300 137 300

Website

https://www.flixbus.co.uk

Bus from Leicester St Margarets bus station to Sheffield Interchange

Average Duration

1h 50m

Estimated price

$9-14

Contact phone

+44 345 646 0707

Website

https://firstbus.co.uk

Bus from Sheffield Interchange/C1 to Cleveland Street/St Sepulchre Gate West

Average Duration

1h 24m

Estimated price

$0-0

Contact phone

01509 815637

Website

https://www.kinchbus.co.uk/

Bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway Station

Average Duration

1h 46m

Estimated price

$5-6

Leicester to Doncaster: Overview of Bus, Train, Flight, and Car Trips

Traveling between Leicester and Doncaster offers a variety of convenient options to suit your preferences, schedule, and budget. Whether you prioritize affordability, speed, or comfort, you’re sure to find the perfect way to travel without compromising on quality or convenience.

🚗 Embark on a scenic road trip from Leicester to Doncaster, covering a distance of 119.1 km in approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes. 💰 Enjoy the flexibility of cost options ranging from £19 to £28 for your journey by car to Doncaster, offering a budget-friendly travel experience.

Average price

£19 - £27

🚂 Unfortunately, there is no direct train from Leicester to Doncaster. The journey includes transfers and takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. 🚂 One possible route is to take a train to Sheffield and then transfer to another train to reach Doncaster. This route typically takes around 1 hour and 28 minutes with one transfer. 🚂 Prices for a train between Leicester and Doncaster can vary from £34 to £123.

Departure Point

Leicester station

Arrival Point

Doncaster station

🚌 There is no direct bus from Leicester to Doncaster, but there are services available with transfers. The journey takes approximately 3 hours and 36 minutes, including transfers. 🗺️ Route options vary in terms of duration and transfers, with different agencies operating the buses. The distance between Leicester and Doncaster is around 136-137 km, depending on the route taken.

Departure Point

Leicester St Margarets bus station

Arrival Point

Cleveland Street/St Sepulchre Gate West station