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Craven Museum
Museum inside Skipton Town Hall covering Craven life, archaeology and art. A practical stop for understanding the area’s people and landscape.
Cheapest price on 16 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 16 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 16 Sept
1 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 16 Sept
1 h 18 m
Trains on 16 Sept
8
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Appleby-in-Westmorland to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Appleby-in-Westmorland to Skipton will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Wed 16 Sept, we found 8 trains from Appleby-in-Westmorland to Skipton, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Appleby-in-Westmorland to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 75 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 10m faster (1h 23m by train vs 1h 33m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£12 vs £16). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Appleby-in-Westmorland to Skipton trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:31 Appleby | 1h21 | 7:52 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:06 Appleby | 1h20 | 10:26 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Appleby-in-Westmorland to Skipton run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 20:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Skipton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Skipton trip today.
Museum inside Skipton Town Hall covering Craven life, archaeology and art. A practical stop for understanding the area’s people and landscape.
Gallery and exhibition spaces in the restored town hall, presenting changing shows in a central heritage building close to the High Street.
Heritage railway station and exhibition areas featuring historic carriages and steam-era atmosphere. Popular with families and railway enthusiasts.
Busy market street lined with independent shops and historic buildings. It is the heart of Skipton and a classic place to explore on foot.
Woodland walk beside the castle leading to a small stream and old bridge. Quiet, green and close to the town centre.
Historic canal towpath area with boats, locks and easy walking. Ideal for a relaxed stroll and waterside views near the centre.
A hearty Yorkshire pudding served as a main with rich onion gravy. It is a classic local comfort dish long associated with Yorkshire home cooking.
Slow-braised beef in dark ale with root vegetables, usually under a pastry lid. It reflects Yorkshire’s pub cooking and brewing heritage.
Crumbly Wensleydale cheese from the Yorkshire Dales, often eaten with fruit cake or chutney. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
Popular café and deli for brunch, lunch and baked goods, with a relaxed atmosphere and strong local following in central Skipton.
Lively gastropub in the centre serving British classics, pies and roasts with local ales in a traditional coaching inn setting.
Stylish modern restaurant known for seasonal British cooking and tasting menus in an intimate, polished town-centre setting.
Moderate for the UK. Skipton is usually cheaper than major tourist cities for rooms and dining, though rail fares and peak-season stays can raise trip costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave a small tip for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Appleby-in-Westmorland to Skipton by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skipton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Appleby-in-Westmorland to Skipton trains use the Appleby to Skipton station pair. Use this guide to compare Appleby-in-Westmorland and Skipton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Appleby has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Appleby.
Ticket office support is available at Appleby.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Appleby: Parking, WC.
Available at Appleby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Appleby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Both platforms can be accessed by step-free routes although it is quite steep. Step free access from the car park to the station entrance. The pedestrian foot crossing ('barrow' crossing) is currently not available due to signal box refurbishment. Please allow additional times for your journey, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Skipton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Skipton.
Ticket office support is available at Skipton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Skipton: Parking, WC.
Available at Skipton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Skipton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Platforms 1 and 2. Fairly steep ramps to Platforms 3 and 4, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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