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Doncaster to City Thameslink train prices and times

Planning a journey from Doncaster to City Thameslink? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as JPY 4,087, with average prices for this route around JPY 4,900. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:06 2h 45m, No direct Doncaster	07:51 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
05:36 2h 45m, No direct Doncaster	08:21 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
06:02 2h 39m, No direct Doncaster	08:41 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
06:23 2h 35m, No direct Doncaster	08:58 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
06:37 2h 44m, No direct Doncaster	09:21 City Thameslink	Find Tickets
06:56 2h 32m, No direct Doncaster	09:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Doncaster to City Thameslink train route details

First train

05:06

Last train

22:48

Departure station

Doncaster

Arrival station

City Thameslink

Journey time

2h 27m

Distance

235 km

Price

JPY 4,087*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Doncaster to City Thameslink

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Doncaster to City Thameslink 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Doncaster to City Thameslink, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Doncaster to City Thameslink ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Doncaster to City Thameslink more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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