What is the best way to travel from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Buses and Flights for the journey to Edinburgh from Doncaster. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Doncaster?
You can get to Edinburgh with just $71 by taking a Train from CrossCountry, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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CrossCountry3h 3m08:17 AMDoncasterCentral Station11:20 AMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 8:17:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 3m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)3h 48m08:19 AMDoncasterCentral Station12:07 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 8:19:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 12:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)3h 50m09:15 AMDoncasterCentral Station1:05 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 9:15:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 1:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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Northern4h 49m05:58 AMDoncasterCentral Station10:47 AMEdinburghSouth Gyle Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 5:58:00 AM to South Gyle Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 10:47:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 49m
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What are the fastest trips from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
You can get to Edinburgh from Doncaster in just 3h 3m with a Train from CrossCountry. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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CrossCountry3h 3m08:17 AMDoncasterCentral Station11:20 AMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 8:17:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 3m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)3h 48m08:19 AMDoncasterCentral Station12:07 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 8:19:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 12:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 48m
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London North Eastern Railway (LNER)3h 50m09:15 AMDoncasterCentral Station1:05 PMEdinburghWaverley Train Station0EconomyA Train from London North Eastern Railway (LNER) goes from Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 9:15:00 AM to Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 1:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
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Northern4h 49m05:58 AMDoncasterCentral Station10:47 AMEdinburghSouth Gyle Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Doncaster (United Kingdom) at 8/12/2025 5:58:00 AM to South Gyle Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 8/12/2025 10:47:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $130 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 49m
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Bus from Doncaster to Edinburgh
What are the most popular stations in Doncaster and Edinburgh?
In Doncaster, you will usually depart from Central Station, Frenchgate Interchange Bus Station or Manor Road/Grange Avenue, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Train Station or Haymarket Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Doncaster? With 4 connections between 3 Train, Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Doncaster and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as $71 with a Train from CrossCountry.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Edinburgh in just 3h 3m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Doncaster and Edinburgh are London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry and Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Doncaster and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bentley or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Doncaster Sheffield Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
The most popular companies between Doncaster and Edinburgh, are London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry and Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway (LNER), CrossCountry and Northern
All you need to know when you travel from Doncaster to Edinburgh
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Doncaster to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Doncaster to Edinburgh
How can I reach Edinburgh from Doncaster?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Doncaster.
How far is Edinburgh from Doncaster?
The distance between Doncaster and Edinburgh is 187.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Doncaster and Edinburgh?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 51 kgs, and a flight 74 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
You can get to Edinburgh with just $71 by taking a Train from CrossCountry.
What is the fastest way to get from Doncaster to Edinburgh?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 3h 3m with a Train from CrossCountry.
More routes to Doncaster and to Edinburgh
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