The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Shipley
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Shipley is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Shipley will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 4 trains that leave London for Shipley every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.








Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Shipley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Shipley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £180.
Distance: 281 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£54 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £222 Average Price |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Shipley train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Shipley trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:55 London | 3h02 | 07:57 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:33 London | 2h34 | 11:07 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:03 London | 2h34 | 11:37 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:48 London | 2h54 | 21:42 Shipley | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Shipley
Trains from London to Shipley run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: LNER from London to Shipley trainsLNER trains will get you between London and Shipley from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Shipley train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Shipley 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 Shipley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Shipley
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 10:00 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is at the bottom of the stairs opposite the ticket machines. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:35 - 23:25 Saturday 05:35 - 23:25 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category B. This station has step-free access to all platforms except platform 2. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall on Approach Road.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on platform 4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located within the waiting room on platform 4. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible waiting room with automatic door opening is located on Platform 4. The waiting room is open from first train to last train
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop F outside station entrance (both directions) Click here for map
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: LIFTS ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE SO NO STEP FREE ACCESS UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE.Category B station, There are Lifts available between all platforms, which are available during ticket office staffing hours. Outside of staffing hours, alternative level access routes are available, but a little extra time may be needed to transfer between platforms.
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park by entrance to booking hall.
- Metro: WYPTE 0161 228 7676
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