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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
£58
Average ticket price on 16 Sept
£70
Fastest journey on 16 Sept
3 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 16 Sept
3 h 58 m
Trains on 16 Sept
2
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Skipton will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
On Wed 16 Sept, we found 2 trains from Edinburgh to Skipton, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 9 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 Edinburgh to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 234 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 2m Average total duration 11h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Skipton:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Skipton costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Skipton take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 32m.
You'll arrive about 39m sooner (3h 25m by train vs 4h 4m by car). Tickets start at around £64 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh 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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![]() | 8:12 Edinburgh | 3h46 | 11:58 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 Edinburgh | 4h09 | 13:39 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Skipton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 5:19 |
Last train 23:28 |
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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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Skipton trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Skipton station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Skipton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Brunstane is 6 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Brunstane has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Brunstane.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brunstane: Parking.
Available at Brunstane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brunstane: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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