The average train between ExCeL London and Doncaster takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from ExCeL London to Doncaster. 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 20 minutes between ExCeL London and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from ExCeL London is at 7:17 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 9:32 PM. All services require a transfer at West Silvertown DLR Station and take an average of 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 13m • 2 changes


2h 18m • 2 changes


2h 15m • 2 changes


2h 21m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from ExCeL London station and arriving at Doncaster station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
ExCeL London to Doncaster train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), depart from King's Cross station.
ExCeL London to Doncaster train services, operated by Dockland Light Railway (DLR), arrive at Doncaster station.
The distance between ExCeL London and Doncaster is 237.6 km. The road distance is 263 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Doncaster every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Two other operators also service this route.