The average train between Penrith and Doncaster takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith 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 hourly between Penrith and Doncaster. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Doncaster at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Doncaster station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Penrith to Doncaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Doncaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Penrith to Doncaster train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Doncaster is 165.5 km. The road distance is 262 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Doncaster via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 45m.