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

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

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 Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

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 26m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Doncaster?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Doncaster is 63 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 26m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m 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 National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach 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 26m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Doncaster bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach 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 614+ hotels available in Doncaster.

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Doncaster by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 26m
£22–37
Drive 51.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Doncastercar 51.3 mi
1h 11m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
4h 29m
£16–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Doncastertaxi 51.3 mi
1h 11m
£90–110

Greater Manchester to Doncaster by bus and train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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 £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 4h 29m.

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