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Travel to Doncaster in style
Watch England and Scotland zoom by as you speed effortlessly between Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster.
The refreshments and comfy seats onboard our trains mean you'll always ride in style - and with LNER's cheap Advance tickets, you'll have extra spending money when you arrive.
Average travel time
2h 55m
Distance
187 miles
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Get a little extra with your journey
Not only will you never pay a booking fee when you book your ticket with LNER, you can also sign up for LNER Perks.
When you sign up for Perks, you'll get:
Get £5 free to spend on your next journey
2% back on all LNER journeys
Download the LNER app or find out more about LNER Perks and sign up today.
How to book cheap tickets for an Edinburgh to Doncaster train
Book your Edinburgh to Doncaster train in advance
Buying your Edinburgh to Doncaster train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 with on your train from Edinburgh to Doncaster with a railcard
A railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Edinburgh to Doncaster trains
Access the best train fares between Edinburgh and Doncaster easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
Book your Edinburgh to Doncaster train in advance
Buying your Edinburgh to Doncaster train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 with on your train from Edinburgh to Doncaster with a railcard
A railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Edinburgh to Doncaster trains
Access the best train fares between Edinburgh and Doncaster easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
*Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train to Doncaster to Edinburgh with LNER
Taking the train from Edinburgh to Doncaster is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 187 miles, our trains to Doncaster to Edinburgh take just 2h 55m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Edinburgh to Doncaster train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks and use our First Class lounges in Edinburgh and Doncaster.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster?
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster?
Direct LNER trains travel from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster with a travel time of just over 2h 55m.
During the week, there are approximately 11 direct LNER trains per day between 05:48 and 19:36.
Which rail lines go through Doncaster?
Which rail lines go through Doncaster?
Doncaster station is managed by LNER, and the main train lines running through it are LNER, CrossCountry, Northern Trains, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central, Hull Trains, and TransPennine Express.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster?
From seven days to twelve months, we offer a lot of Season Ticket options for the traveller going from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.
