London to Skipton bus with National Express

Tue 25 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Skipton

Showing times and prices for 26 Nov

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£26

Fastest journey

5 h 50 m

Average duration

7 h 5 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

301 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Skipton will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave London for Skipton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 301 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus
15:005h50
London
20:50Skipton
£131One-way
0 changes
National Express
14:006h52
London
20:52Skipton
£241One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
21:307h55
London
05:25Skipton
£251One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:597h43
London
06:42Skipton
£421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London to Skipton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £45.

Distance: 301 km

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Flight

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£58

Average Price

£120

Average Price

6h 51m

Average total duration

6h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 37m

Average total duration

3h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.9 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

London to Skipton bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Skipton coaches for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:32
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express06:00 London
6h19
12:19 Skipton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus07:25 London
5h55
13:20 Skipton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus08:05 London
5h20
13:25 Skipton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus10:00 London
8h35
18:35 Skipton0 changesdirect
national_express15:00 London
6h52
21:52 Skipton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Skipton

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Buses from London to Skipton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 301 km distance in 5h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
301 km
Average bus duration
6h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
5h 20m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from London to SkiptonYou can travel by bus between London to Skipton with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 19m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: London to Skipton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Skipton by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skipton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Skipton can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Skipton is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between London and Skipton is on average 6 h 22 min   for the 186 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Skipton from London by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London to Skipton leaves at 07: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London to Skipton leaves at 18: 30.
There are 10 coaches a day from London to Skipton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Skipton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Skipton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Skipton from London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Skipton is March.
You have options as you can travel from London to Skipton 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from London to Skipton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Skipton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Skipton.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Skipton.
    No, luggage for the coach from London to Skipton needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Skipton.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Skipton.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Skipton.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Skipton.

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    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
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    Ticket Office Hours
    • 00:00-23:59
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Bath Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Caffè Nero (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps, assistance
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Northern Perimeter Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • The Crown Rivers (in the station)
    • Giraffe (in the station)
    • Wagamama (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    • Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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