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Shildon to Doncaster Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Shildon to Doncaster? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £11.10, with average prices for this route around £11.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:32 1h 21m, Changes required Shildon	18:53 Doncaster	Find Tickets
18:33 1h 18m, Changes required Shildon	19:51 Doncaster	Find Tickets
19:33 2h 7m, Changes required Shildon	21:40 Doncaster	Find Tickets
20:32 2h 14m, Changes required Shildon	22:46 Doncaster	Find Tickets
21:33 7h 31m, Changes required Shildon	05:04 +1 Doncaster	Find Tickets
21:33 8h 49m, Changes required Shildon	06:22 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Shildon to Doncaster Train Route Details

First train

07:33

Last train

21:33

Departure station

Shildon

Arrival station

Doncaster

Journey time

1h 18m

Distance

127 km

Price

£11.10*

Train operators

Northern, LNER, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Shildon to Doncaster

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Shildon to Doncaster during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Shildon to Doncaster for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Shildon to Doncaster, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Shildon to Doncaster ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Shildon to Doncaster train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Shildon to Doncaster Train prices and times

Shildon to Doncaster Train Route Details