Doncaster travel guide

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You're Going to Love Doncaster

With a population of 67.670, Doncaster is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Doncaster to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Doncaster

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Big Smoke (Wood St) and Estabulo - Doncaster (Unit 5, Herten Triangle) are great picks.

When to visit Doncaster

Doncaster in March
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Doncaster in March
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Doncaster

Plane

When flying to Doncaster, you’ll arrive at Doncaster Sheffield (DSA), which is located 9 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Doncaster from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 21h 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Doncaster, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Doncaster to Liverpool takes 0h 51m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $53 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 0.5 km from the city centre, Doncaster is the busiest station in Doncaster. Another popular train station is Doncaster Hatfield & Stainforth, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Doncaster is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 235 km from Doncaster. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Doncaster, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Doncaster takes 72 km and will cost you around $6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 129 km. Doncaster’s bus station is located 22 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Doncaster, you’ll arrive at Doncaster Sheffield (DSA), which is located 9 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Doncaster from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 21h 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Doncaster, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Doncaster to Liverpool takes 0h 51m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $53 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 0.5 km from the city centre, Doncaster is the busiest station in Doncaster. Another popular train station is Doncaster Hatfield & Stainforth, located 10 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Doncaster is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 235 km from Doncaster. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Doncaster, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Doncaster takes 72 km and will cost you around $6. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $27 for a journey of 129 km. Doncaster’s bus station is located 22 km from the city centre.

Airports near Doncaster

Airlines serving Doncaster

Lufthansa
Good (4,669 reviews)
KLM
Good (856 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,511 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,612 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,307 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,572 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (479 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,943 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,132 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,472 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,822 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (829 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (920 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Doncaster

Average rates range from around $109 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $98 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Doncaster

Most booked hotels in Doncaster

Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$127+
Holiday Inn Express Doncaster
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$114+
Days Inn by Wyndham Sheffield M1
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$68+
Mercure Sheffield St Paul's Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$124+
ibis budget Sheffield Arena
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$65+
Campanile Doncaster
3 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
$78+

Hiring a car in Doncaster

Hiring a car in Doncaster costs $105 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $2.82 per litre in Doncaster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.78 and $45.04. Compact (Renault Captur or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Doncaster, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Doncaster costs $105 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 47% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $2.82 per litre in Doncaster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $33.78 and $45.04. Compact (Renault Captur or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Doncaster, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.