What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster is to bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Doncaster via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Doncaster?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Doncaster is 62 miles. The road distance is 51.6 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Doncaster without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £18 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Doncaster bus from?

Greater Manchester to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Doncaster train from?

Greater Manchester to Doncaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Doncaster bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Doncaster train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Doncaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Doncaster is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Greater Manchester to Doncaster.

Where can I stay near Doncaster?

There are 635+ hotels available in Doncaster.

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There are 3 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 23m
£19–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
4h 25m
£9–13
Drive 51.3 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Doncastercar 51.3 mi
1h 11m
£13–19

Greater Manchester to Doncaster by bus and train

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Distance: 62 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Doncaster, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 4h 25m.

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