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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Doncaster is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Doncaster is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunderland and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart three times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Doncaster?

The distance between Sunderland and Doncaster is 109 miles. The road distance is 107.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £30 - £45.

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

The train from Sunderland to Doncaster takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Doncaster bus from?

Sunderland to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Doncaster train from?

Sunderland to Doncaster train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Sunderland station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Doncaster is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Sunderland to Doncaster bus arrive?

Sunderland to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Sunderland to Doncaster train arrive?

Sunderland to Doncaster train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Doncaster is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Sunderland to Doncaster.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Sunderland to Doncaster?

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Doncaster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Doncastertrain Sunderland - London Kings Cross
2h 1m
£30–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Meadowhall Interchange/A2bus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
4h 38m
£17–34
Drive 106.6 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Doncastercar 106.6 mi
1h 49m
£27–38
Train via Newcastle
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Newcastletrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 2m
£29–82
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Thornabytrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Doncastertrain Middlesbrough - London Kings Cross
2h 46m
£36–59

Sunderland to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 108.6 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

Grand Central Trains operates a train from Sunderland to Doncaster 3 times a week. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interchange to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 4h 38m.

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