Day trip from Doncaster to York
York lies 48 km (30 mi) north of Doncaster, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 48 km (30 mi) apart, York is a realistic day trip from Doncaster: about 47 min each way by road.
| Doncaster | York | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 113,566 | 156,135 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | DN1–DN55 | YO1–YO90 |
Where to book tours and tickets in York
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Staying in York
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Common questions
How far is York from Doncaster?
48 km (30 mi) in a straight line, north of Doncaster; by road roughly 59 km (37 mi).
How long does it take to get from Doncaster to York by road?
About 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Doncaster and York?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.