Doncaster to London Kings Cross Trains From £18.50*

The journey from Doncaster to London Kings Cross takes around one hour and forty-nine minutes with either Grand Central or LNER. As you travel, you'll head down the spine of England, the East Coast Mainline, to reach London.

LNER runs along the East Coast Mainline, linking cities in Eastern Scotland and Northern England to London. Some key stops on its route are Stevenage, Newcastle, Leeds, and York.

Departing from Doncaster

Doncaster Train Station sits on the edge of the city centre, along West Street. Meaning you can walk to the station from the city centre if you'd like, or catch a bus or taxi, which can drop you off at the station's entrance. Doncaster is a large station and has a taxi rank alongside a large shopping centre just east of the station.

Doncaster is a key regional train station utilised by several UK rail operators, including CrossCountry, LNER, Grand Central, Northern, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, and TransPennine Express. This station provides excellent connectivity to major cities such as London, Leeds, Edinburgh, Newcastle, and Manchester, as well as regional destinations like Sheffield and Hull,  making Doncaster an important hub for travellers.

Main stops

There is only one station between Doncaster and London Kings Cross when travelling with LNER. This is at Peterborough. These may change due to scheduling issues, or unforeseen events like adverse weather, so it’s worth checking before you travel to make sure.

Purchasing cheap train tickets is straightforward if you follow these steps: apply for a Railcard for discounts, use platforms like TrainPal to locate the lowest fares, and book early to secure the best prices.

Arriving at London Kings Cross

London Kings Cross is one of the UK’s busiest train stations, serving as the southern terminus of the East Coast Mainline and connecting London with destinations like Edinburgh, Leeds, and York. Key operators include LNER, Grand Central, and Hull Trains.

The station is conveniently located near London St Pancras International and offers numerous public transport options, including buses, taxis, and multiple Underground lines such as the Circle, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, Victoria, and Piccadilly, which directly link to Heathrow Airport.

Kings Cross is also famous for Platform 9 ¾ from the Harry Potter series and is close to attractions like the British Library, Regent’s Park, Camden, the Wellcome Collection, and the British Museum, making it a central hub for travel and exploration in London.

LNER train classes

• Standard class: Standard Class offers comfortable seats with 7 cm legroom, dedicated luggage areas, free Wi-Fi, plug sockets at every seat, and catering.
• First Class: A Doncaster to London Kings Cross First-Class ticket gives you access to complimentary food and drinks, larger seats and tables, individual sockets, and USB ports. First-Class lounge access is available at certain stations on the East Coast Mainline.

LNER train travel advice

• Luggage: Passengers can bring up to three pieces of luggage. One small handbag, a carry-on bag and one large suitcase are allowed.
• Pets: Pets travel free on LNER. Dogs must be on leads, and other animals must be in carriers. Maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bike reservations are free, compulsory and limited to one bike per customer (excluding folding bikes). Electric bikes can’t be charged on board.
• Children: Two children under 5 travel free with an adult; extra children need a Child ticket. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger assist: Get travel advice for the station you wish to use, seat reservations, ticket assistance, and help with arrivals and transfers, plus discounts for disabled passengers.

Travelling from Doncaster to London Kings Cross with Grand Central takes just under two hours, offering scenic views of South Yorkshire's rolling hills, historic architecture near York, and the serene English countryside of the East Midlands. As you approach London, the landscape transitions to vibrant suburban areas.

Grand Central also operates services from London Kings Cross to Sunderland via York and to Bradford via Doncaster, providing convenient travel options across these key routes.

Grand Central train classes

• Standard Class: Grand Central's Standard Class offers comfortable seating and tables, free Wi-Fi, along with catering services to ensure a pleasant journey for passengers.
• First Class: A Doncaster to London Kings Cross First-Class ticket grants you access to a First-Class carriage, spacious seating, free Wi-Fi, larger tables, power sockets, and complimentary refreshments.

Grand Central train travel advice

• Luggage: You can bring a maximum of three items of luggage. One suitcase, one small carry-on bag, and one handbag or backpack.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other small animals can travel for free. Dogs must be on a lead, and other animals must travel in carriers. There is a maximum of two pets per passenger.
• Bicycles: Bicycles are welcome on Grand Central. To avoid disappointment, book early. There are three bicycle spaces available on their trains: two can be reserved online, and one is served on a first-come-first-served basis.
• Children: Under 5s can travel for free. Children aged 5 to 15 can save 50% on their tickets. The Family & Friends Railcard offers up to 1/3 off family ticket costs.
• Passenger Assist: Arranges station navigation, train boarding with ramps, handling of up to three luggage items, and assistance to connecting trains or station exits.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.