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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Skipton
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Skipton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leeds for Skipton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.
7:540h43Leeds8:37Skipton£41One-way0 changes- 8:540h43Leeds9:37Skipton£41One-way0 changes
- 7:260h45Leeds8:11Skipton£51One-way0 changes
- 8:540h43Leeds9:37Skipton£41One-way0 changes
- 7:540h43Leeds8:37Skipton£41One-way0 changes
- 7:260h45Leeds8:11Skipton£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Skipton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 36 km
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£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to Skipton train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Skipton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:26 Leeds | 0h45 | 8:11 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:54 Leeds | 0h43 | 8:37 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:54 Leeds | 0h43 | 9:37 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Skipton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Leeds to Skipton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 36m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited from Leeds to Skipton trainsNorthern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Leeds and Skipton from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Leeds to Skipton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Skipton
Most Leeds to Skipton trains use the Leeds to Skipton station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Skipton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds 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 and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bramley (West Yorks) from Leeds city centre
Bramley (West Yorks) is 6 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Bramley (West Yorks) train station facilities and services
Bramley (West Yorks) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bramley (West Yorks): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bramley (West Yorks): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Skipton station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
Getting to Skipton from Skipton city centre
Skipton train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Skipton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skipton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skipton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Skipton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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