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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Doncaster is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Doncaster is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Wales to Doncaster?

The distance between Wales and Doncaster is 204 miles. The road distance is 195.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £90 - £140.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Doncaster takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Wales to Doncaster bus from?

Wales to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Doncaster train from?

Wales to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Wales to Doncaster is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Wales to Doncaster bus arrive?

Wales to Doncaster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Doncaster train arrive?

Wales to Doncaster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Wales to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Doncaster is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Wales to Doncaster.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

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Wales to Doncaster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Doncastertrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
4h 10m
£90–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
7h 12m
£27–42
Drive 194.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Doncastercar 194.5 mi
3h 29m
£49–70
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Doncastertrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 28m
£88–135
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
5h 4m
£72–115

Wales to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 203 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Wales and Doncaster, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Doncaster 5 times a week. Tickets cost £90–140 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Bristol Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 7h 12m.

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