How to travel from Cardiff to Doncaster, United Kingdom

The distance between Cardiff and Doncaster is around 326km (203 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Cardiff to Doncaster by train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out DoncasterCardiff if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Bristol Parkway

Take the train to Bristol Parkway and then to Sheffield.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £110($130)
Operated by

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1 similiar route

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Bristol Temple Meads then fly from Bristol (BRS) to Leeds Bradford (LBA) then take the train to Doncaster.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time2h 30m
  • Typical cost
    £500($590)
Operated by

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Drive

Drive to Doncaster.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Distance326km (203 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cardiff and Doncaster

There are several options for getting from Cardiff to Doncaster by train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £105 ($125) and will take around 3h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £57 ($67).

The distance between Cardiff and Doncaster is around 326km (203 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 266km (165 miles)

It takes around 3h 40m to get from Cardiff and Doncaster by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Cardiff to Doncaster is to drive which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx £57 ($67).

The cheapest way to travel between Cardiff and Doncaster, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £105 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Cardiff and Doncaster. It typically takes around 3h 40m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Cardiff to Doncaster. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Derby and Sheffield. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 3h 40m.

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railways, Northern Rail and Great Western Railway run train services between Cardiff and Doncaster. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Cardiff and Doncaster. We recommend that you drive to Doncaster. instead which will take 3h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cardiff to Doncaster. We recommend that you take the train to Bristol Temple Meads then fly from Bristol (BRS) to Leeds Bradford (LBA) then take the train to Doncaster. instead which will take 4h 40m.

The closest major airport to Doncaster is Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA) (DSA) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Doncaster. Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) and Humberside Airport (HUY) (HUY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Cardiff and Doncaster. The distance is around 326km (203 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cardiff to Doncaster is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around £105 ($125).

How do I get from Cardiff to Doncaster

Compare travel optionsbetween Cardiff and Doncaster

Transport options from Cardiff to Doncaster
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Bristol Parkway + 1 similar
3h 35m
£110($130)
hourly342km (213 miles)
Train3h 40m
£105($125)
hourly327km (203 miles)
Train and Plane
4h 40m
£500($590)
hourly1,121km (697 miles)
Drive
3h 25m
£57($67)
on demand326km (203 miles)

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Airports near Doncaster

The following major airports near Doncaster offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

DSA
Doncaster Sheffield Airport (DSA)
International Airport
Distance
9km (6 miles) from Doncaster
LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
52km (32 miles) from Doncaster
HUY
Humberside Airport (HUY)
International Airport
Distance
52km (32 miles) from Doncaster