Doncaster to London King's Cross Station

Easily travel from Doncaster station to London King’s Cross station by train in under 2 hours. Hull Trains offers convenient and direct rail services connecting Doncaster to London via the East Coast Main Line. Book your tickets up to 26 weeks in advance for the cheapest and best value fares. Better yet, why not sign up for a Cheap Ticket Alert to be the first to hear when cheap train tickets from Doncaster to London are available. Don’t miss out, the cheapest tickets start from just £16.
 
Find useful travel information on our website and keep up to date on everything from our latest timetables and station information to live times and FAQs.
Hull Trains Paragon passenger boarding the train at London Kings Cross

London King's Cross Transport Links

London King’s Cross station is a transport hub offering rail services to Hull, Cambridge, Ely and Edinburgh. London King’s Cross is also a London Underground station, providing easy access to other areas of the city via the tube.

International travel via the Eurostar can be accessed at London St Pancras station, which is adjacent to London King’s Cross station.

You’ll be within easy reach of various destinations in the capital with the option to connect onto direct services to London airports within an hour.

Hull Trains Paragon first class host walking down the carriage

Hull Trains Onboard Facilities

Enjoy a range of on board facilities on our trains between Doncaster and London King’s Cross including: free Wi-Fi and at-seat plug and USB sockets, a First Class carriage with a dedicated First Class host, improved luggage storage, designated bicycle storage and accessible seating.

We also offer an at-seat trolley service in Standard Class. You can find the menu and prices here.

Doncaster to London Train Journey Information

How long does it take to travel from Doncaster to London King’s Cross with Hull Trains?

The average journey time from Doncaster to London King’s Cross by train is 1 hour and 44 minutes.

Can I travel direct from Doncaster to London King’s Cross?

Yes, you can travel direct with no changes from Doncaster to London King’s Cross with Hull Trains.

How much is the train fare from Doncaster to London?

When booking your train tickets up to 26 weeks in advance, tickets for direct services from Doncaster to London King’s Cross start at just £13 for a one-way Advance single ticket. The earlier you book the best priced fares will be available.

How far is Doncaster from London King’s Cross?

The distance between Doncaster Station and London King’s Cross Station is 144 miles (232 km).

What's the fastest journey time between Doncaster and London King's Cross by train?

The fastest journey time from Doncaster to London King’s Cross is 1 hour 37 minutes with Hull Trains.

What is the cheapest way to get from Doncaster to London?

The cheapest way to travel from Doncaster to London is often by rail, especially if you book your train tickets in advance. Choosing an Advance ticket is the most cost-effective option and using railcards can help make train travel one of the most budget-friendly and convenient options for this journey.

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