How much is the train ticket from Doncaster to Birmingham?

The cheapest train tickets from Doncaster to Birmingham start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Doncaster to Birmingham?

The average train ride duration from Doncaster to Birmingham is 1h 32m, covering a distance of 79 miles (127 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Doncaster to Birmingham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Doncaster to Birmingham?

The earliest train departs from Doncaster to Birmingham at 7:52am. And the latest train departs at 8:15pm.

Train Doncaster to Birmingham from $19

Next train departures

Next departures for Doncaster to Birmingham on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:58am	Interchange, stand C7	1h 28m	11:26am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	9:58am	Interchange, stand C7	1h 28m	11:26am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:53am	Interchange, stand C7	1h 35m	9:28am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:53am	Interchange, stand C7	1h 35m	9:28am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:59pm	Interchange, stand C7	1h 28m	5:27pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:14 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Doncaster to Birmingham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 32 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 32mAverage Duration

79 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $26	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $249	Average Duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $11	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $20

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Doncaster to Birmingham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Doncaster to Birmingham?
The cheapest train tickets from Doncaster to Birmingham start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $104. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Doncaster to Birmingham?
The average train ride duration from Doncaster to Birmingham is 1h 32m, covering a distance of 79 miles (127 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Doncaster to Birmingham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Doncaster to Birmingham?
The earliest train departs from Doncaster to Birmingham at 7:52am. And the latest train departs at 8:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/07

$50

12/08

$50

Today

$55

12/10

$25

12/11

$19

12/12

No data

12/13

No data

12/14

No data

The cheapest trip from Doncaster to Birmingham was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $243 for a train ticket from Doncaster to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-12-11.