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Princes Risborough to Doncaster by train

First train

05:37

Last train

16:19

Departure station

Princes Risborough

Arrival station

Doncaster

Journey time

From 3h 18m

Distance

125 miles (202 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways

Travelling from Princes Risborough to Doncaster by train

Looking to travel from Princes Risborough to Doncaster by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 26 minutes to travel from Princes Risborough to Doncaster by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 18 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 125 miles (202 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Doncaster, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Chiltern Railways or CrossCountry to get to Doncaster – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Princes Risborough to Doncaster in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Princes Risborough to Doncaster? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Princes Risborough to Doncaster take?

The average journey time by train between Princes Risborough and Doncaster is 3 hours and 26 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Princes Risborough and Doncaster by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Princes Risborough to Doncaster is 3 hours and 18 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Princes Risborough to Doncaster?

No, there are no direct train services from Princes Risborough to Doncaster. Travelling from Princes Risborough to Doncaster by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Princes Risborough to Doncaster leave?

The first train from Princes Risborough to Doncaster leaves at 05:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Princes Risborough to Doncaster leave?

The last train from Princes Risborough to Doncaster leaves at 16:19. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Princes Risborough and Doncaster by train?

Trains travelling from Princes Risborough to Doncaster cover a distance of around 125 miles (202 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Doncaster to Princes Risborough.

Cheap train tickets from Princes Risborough to Doncaster

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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