Glasgow to Skipton train

Q: How far is it from Glasgow to Skipton by train?

The Glasgow to Skipton train distance is approximately 158 miles (255 km) .

Q: How long is the train from Glasgow to Skipton?

On average the Glasgow to Skipton train time is 4 h 50 min covering the 158 miles (255 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or travelling on weekends and bank holidays.

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Overview: Train from Glasgow to Skipton

	Distance	158 miles (255 km)
	Train frequency	7 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Northern Rail

Trains from Glasgow to Skipton cover the 158 miles (255 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 50 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail. Normally, there are 7 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travellers depart most frequently from Glasgow Central and arrive in Skipton.

Travel Tips: Trains from Glasgow to Skipton

Travel by train to Skipton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Skipton.

The Glasgow to Skipton train distance is approximately 158 miles (255 km).

On average the Glasgow to Skipton train time is 4 h 50 min covering the 158 miles (255 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or travelling on weekends and bank holidays.

Omio customers travelling this route depart most frequently from Glasgow Central and arrive in Skipton.

Passengers board their train most frequently from Glasgow Central and travel around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) from the city centre to this train station.

Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at Skipton and need to travel approximately 0.5 miles (750 m) from the train station to the city centre in Skipton.

Take the Glasgow to Skipton train with Northern Rail. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route between Glasgow and Skipton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

On average, there are 7 trains a day from Glasgow to Skipton. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

The earliest train departing from Glasgow to Skipton leaves at 07: 10. The last train departing from Glasgow to Skipton leaves at 07: 10. You can find the latest Glasgow to Skipton train timetable on Omio and book the best time to leave for your journey on your chosen travel date.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Glasgow

Skipton

The major railway station for departures from Glasgow is Glasgow Central. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Glasgow Central for your trip to Skipton from Glasgow.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Gordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05: 30 - 21: 30 | Sun: 09: 15 - 21: 30

Public transport options for Glasgow Central

Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper