What is the cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Essex is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Doncaster to Essex?

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Essex is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Doncaster to Essex. However, there are services departing from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and arriving at Polecat Road via Broad Marsh Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to Essex. However, there are services departing from Doncaster and arriving at White Notley via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Doncaster to Essex?

The distance between Doncaster and Essex is 200 miles. The road distance is 155.8 miles.

How do I travel from Doncaster to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Essex without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £60 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Doncaster to Essex?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Doncaster to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Essex bus from?

Doncaster to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Essex train from?

Doncaster to Essex train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Doncaster to Essex?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Essex is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Doncaster to Essex bus arrive?

Doncaster to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Doncaster to Essex train arrive?

Doncaster to Essex train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Doncaster to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Essex is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Doncaster to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Doncaster to Essex?

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There are 4 ways to get from Doncaster to Essex by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 32m
£65–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
6h 55m
£34–84
Drive 154.9 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Essexcar 154.9 mi
2h 59m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
4h 16m
£61–99

Doncaster to Essex by train and subway

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Distance: 198.9 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Doncaster, England and Essex, England?

You can take a train from Doncaster to White Notley via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Polecat Road via Broad Marsh Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 6h 55m.

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