Doncaster to Manchester Airport Trains From £16.60*

Catch a simple train from Doncaster to Manchester Airport and get there in 1 hour 37 minutes with TransPennine Express. There is no direct train between these two stations, so you need to make a quick and easy change at Stockport.

During your journey, you'll emerge from Doncaster, roughly following the line of the city's namesake, the River Don. Skirting the smaller towns of South Yorkshire, you'll head past Rotherham towards the Meadowhall shopping centre, before continuing west through Sheffield and into the glorious, rugged scenery of the Peak District. Once you've travelled through some idyllic Derbyshire villages, you'll notice the landscape start to become more urban as you approach the Greater Manchester conurbation.

As their name implies, TransPennine Express run trains across the Pennines, originating from Liverpool and Manchester, and travelling to Glasgow on the West Coast, as well as Edinburgh, the North East and Yorkshire on the East Coast.

Departing from Doncaster

To get the fastest Doncaster to Manchester Airport train, you'll start at Doncaster Station. The entrance is located just off the main A630 road. It is adjacent to the Frenchgate Shopping Centre, which also houses the city's bus interchange. Buses from across the immediate area, as well as the wider region, stop here.

Doncaster Station is a major stop on the East Coast Main Line. It forms the intersection between that line and CrossCountry routes, so it is well-connected. You can travel from here to London King's Cross, Hull, Leeds, Sheffield, York, Darlington, Edinburgh Waverley, Liverpool Lime Street, Birmingham New Street, Peterborough and Reading, among others. LNER, Hull Trains, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry and Northern also serve this station.

Main stops

The journey includes stops such as Meadowhall and Sheffield, with a typical change at Stockport. The stops may vary depending on the time, train operators, and train routes.

Arriving at Manchester Airport

The cheapest Doncaster to Manchester Airport train arrives at Manchester Airport itself. The rail station is situated within the airport complex, so it's just a short walk to the three terminals. There are 'skylinks' with moving walkways to make the walk more palatable, and the journey should take between 5 and 15 minutes.

You can travel from the airport directly to destinations like Liverpool, Blackpool, Chester, Crewe, Middlesbrough and Carlisle, among many others. You can head back into Manchester Piccadilly on the train, or you can use the Metrolink tram system, which is right next to the main railway station, to take you across Greater Manchester. The main operators serving this station are TransPennine Express, Northern and Transport for Wales.

Manchester Airport itself serves a huge number of destinations - 199, to be precise. Flights go to countries in Europe and across the globe. In fact, it is the busiest non-London airport in the country. There are all the facilities you would expect, including plenty of shops and refreshments to make your onward journey go smoothly.

TransPennine Express train classes

• Standard Class: In Standard Class, you can enjoy your own reserved seat with free Wi-Fi to keep you connected during your journey. Power sockets are supplied for each pair of seats. Paid-for refreshments are available on daytime services.
• First Class: With Doncaster to Manchester Airport First Class tickets, you get better seating with plenty of legroom and a less hectic journey. USB and power sockets are available at each seat, along with complimentary drinks and snacks where available.

TransPennine Express train travel advice

We offer comprehensive details for your trip, covering luggage limits, storage options, travelling with children and pets, and assistance for travellers.

• Luggage: On each train, there will be luggage racks for big cases and bags - essential when travelling to the airport! There is also plenty of room in overhead shelves for normal-size items.
• Bicycles: There's no problem bringing a bike with you, but you must book a space in advance. Cycles have to go in a specific part of the train, so be sure to ask staff where to put yours.
• Children: Kids can get 50% off travel if they're aged between 5 and 15 years old. What's more, under 5s go free! Buggies can be folded and put into normal luggage areas (see above).
• Pets: If you plan to take your furry friends with you, it's good to know that you can take two pets with you. Dogs can be kept on a lead, while other pets must be kept in a suitable carrier
• Passenger Assist: If you need assistance during your journey, you should request it at least two hours before you set off. You can do this by using the phone or going online.

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