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Dover to Doncaster Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Dover to Doncaster? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £28.00, with average prices for this route around £40.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:45 3h 24m, Changes required Dover Priory	10:09 Doncaster	Find Tickets
06:45 4h 40m, Changes required Dover Priory	11:25 Doncaster	Find Tickets
07:18 3h 22m, Changes required Dover Priory	10:40 Doncaster	Find Tickets
07:48 3h 20m, Changes required Dover Priory	11:08 Doncaster	Find Tickets
08:48 3h 20m, Changes required Dover Priory	12:08 Doncaster	Find Tickets
08:50 4h 35m, Changes required Dover Priory	13:25 Paris	Find Tickets

Dover to Doncaster Train Route Details

First train

04:26

Last train

22:48

Departure station

Dover

Arrival station

Doncaster

Journey time

3h 11m

Distance

314 km

Price

£28.00*

Train operators

Southeastern, Thameslink, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Dover to Doncaster

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Dover to Doncaster during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Dover to Doncaster, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

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 Dover to Doncaster more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dover 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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Dover to Doncaster Train prices and times

Dover to Doncaster Train Route Details