Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Sept

Cheapest price on 07 Sept

£2

Average ticket price on 07 Sept

£3

Fastest journey on 07 Sept

36 m

Average journey duration on 07 Sept

37 m

Trains on 07 Sept

18

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.

Fast trains

On Mon 07 Sept, we found 18 trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI), including 12 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .

The slowest trains will take 38 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.

  • Northern RailC33027
    21:200h36
    Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
    21:56Skipton station (SKI)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailC33037
    22:110h37
    Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
    22:48Skipton station (SKI)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailC33023
    20:480h38
    Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
    21:26Skipton station (SKI)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailC33021
    20:110h40
    Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
    20:51Skipton station (SKI)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailC32395 · C32551
    20:160h56
    Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
    21:12Skipton station (SKI)
    £21One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a coach costs an average of £5.

Distance: 25 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£3

Average Price

Cheapest

£5

Average Price

£5

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

38m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 18m

Average total duration

1h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

41m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) is a train with an average price of £3.

This is compared to other travel options from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI):

A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) costing on average £5.

The fastest way to travel from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) is by train with an average journey time of 38m.

Other travel options to Skipton station (SKI) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) and Skipton station (SKI) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3m faster (38m by train vs 41m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £5). 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.

Live departures

Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailC013946:03 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h36
6:39 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC324276:40 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h41
7:21 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC32868 · C324476:54 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h44
7:38 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
Northern RailC329747:11 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h39
7:50 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC32302 · C324537:16 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h52
8:08 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
Northern RailC028677:41 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h39
8:20 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC329828:10 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h40
8:50 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC32310 · C324288:16 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h39
8:55 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
Northern RailC329848:36 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h38
9:14 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC32313 · C324668:47 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h50
9:37 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
Northern RailC329869:07 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h39
9:46 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC329889:41 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h38
10:19 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC3302120:11 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h40
20:51 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC32395 · C3255120:16 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h56
21:12 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
Northern RailC3302320:48 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h38
21:26 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC3302721:20 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h36
21:56 Skipton station (SKI)0 changesdirect
Northern RailC32953 · C3255521:29 Bradford Forster Square (BDQ)
0h43
22:12 Skipton station (SKI)1 change

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Northern Rail as well as London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI).

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

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Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI)

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Trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:41, the last at 08:46. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 38m.

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
25 km
Average train duration
38m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
38m
First train
8:41
Last train
8:46
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
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

Train companies: Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) trainsNorthern Rail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) and Skipton station (SKI) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
38m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£2
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Duration
43m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) Price
£60
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) frequency
2 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
35m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£6
Northern Trains Limited frequency
24 a day

FAQs: Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) 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 station (SKI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £3.
The train journey from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 38m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) is 25 km.
The first train from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) leaves at 8:41.
The last train from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) departs at 8:46.
Trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI).
Yes, there is a direct train between Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) and Skipton station (SKI). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI).
The cheapest way to get from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bradford Forster Square to Skipton is considered scenic, offering views of picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and charming villages along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Bradford Forster Square to Skipton is feasible as the journey takes 38m, covering a distance of 25 km, with trains running 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) and Skipton station (SKI)

Most Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) to Skipton station (SKI) trains use the Bradford Forster Square to Skipton station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford Forster Square (BDQ) and Skipton station (SKI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bradford
Arrival train stations in Skipton
Bradford Forster SquareBradford Forster Square station, Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4HY+44 8002006060ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre

Bus622, 626, 680 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~12 min

Bradford Forster Square train station facilities and services

Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: 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 - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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