The average train between Doncaster and South Wales takes 6h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Doncaster to South Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Doncaster and South Wales. 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 South Wales at 8:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Doncaster to South Wales? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Cwmbach station via Birmingham New Street station and Cardiff Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.
Doncaster to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Doncaster station.
Doncaster to South Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cwmbach station.
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The distance between Doncaster and South Wales is 254 km. The road distance is 320 km.
You can take a train from Doncaster to Cwmbach via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 5h 34m.