Trains tickets from Doncaster to Wakefield

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Today27 Jun
from US$6
Tomorrow28 Jun
Sun29 Jun
from US$5
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Doncaster
    Departure location: Interchange, stand C7
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Wakefield
    Destination location: Wakefield Westgate
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Doncaster
    Departure location: Interchange, stand C7
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Wakefield
    Destination location: Wakefield Westgate
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Doncaster
    Departure location: Thorne North
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Wakefield
    Destination location: Wakefield Westgate
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Doncaster
    Departure location: Interchange, stand C7
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Wakefield
    Destination location: Wakefield Westgate
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: Doncaster
    Departure location: Thorne North
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Wakefield
    Destination location: Wakefield Westgate
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Doncaster to Wakefield: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$9
Average train trip duration24m
Number of daily trains14
Earliest train departure07:26
Distance19 miles
Latest train departure21:32

Doncaster to Wakefield Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Doncaster - Wakefield

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Doncaster to Wakefield cost?

    The average train ticket price from Doncaster to Wakefield is US$9. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Doncaster to Wakefield is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Doncaster to Wakefield?

    A train trip between Doncaster and Wakefield is around 24m, although the fastest train will take about 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 19 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Doncaster and Wakefield?

    The number of trains from Doncaster to Wakefield can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Doncaster to Wakefield by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Doncaster to Wakefield?

    When taking the train from Doncaster to Wakefield, you can travel comfortably and safely with London North Eastern Railway, Northern, Grand Central.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/06
US$4
26/06
US$5
Today
US$5
28/06
US$4
29/06
US$4
30/06
US$4
01/07
US$4
02/07
US$4
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Doncaster to Wakefield was searched and found on 28 Jun 2025 with a price of US$4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Doncaster to Wakefield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$4 to US$32 for a train ticket from Doncaster to Wakefield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$4, which is on 2025-06-28.

Usually RDG_LONDON_NORTH_EASTERN_RAILWAY, RDG_GRAND_CENTRAL will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Doncaster and Wakefield is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Wakefield.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Wakefield, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Doncaster and Wakefield, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Doncaster to Wakefield.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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