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Trip Overview

The average train between Doncaster and Birmingham NEC takes 1h 50m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Doncaster to Birmingham NEC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 50m
Duration
102 mi
Distance
£53
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Doncaster to Birmingham NEC train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Doncaster and Birmingham NEC. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Birmingham NEC at 11:33 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 1h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast2h 15m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 44m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryAvanti West Coast2h 4m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 57m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 57m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 57m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 57m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 57m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 51m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains1h 46m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Doncaster to Birmingham NEC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 102 mi
  • Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Doncaster, England and Birmingham NEC, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Doncaster to Birmingham New Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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