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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Long Preston to Skipton
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Long Preston to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Long Preston to Skipton will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Long Preston for Skipton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.
13:400h18Long Preston13:58Skipton£71One-way0 changes
- 13:400h18Long Preston13:58Skipton£71One-way0 changes
Live departures
Long Preston to Skipton train times
The table below shows live departures for Long Preston to Skipton trains for today, Thursday 23 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 13:40 Long Preston | 0h18 | 13:58 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:39 Long Preston | 0h19 | 15:58 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:36 Long Preston | 0h19 | 16:55 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:03 Long Preston | 0h20 | 18:23 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:39 Long Preston | 0h18 | 18:57 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:08 Long Preston | 0h19 | 20:27 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:44 Long Preston | 1h23 | 22:07 Skipton | 1 change | |
| 21:22 Long Preston | 0h19 | 21:41 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:06 Long Preston | 0h19 | 22:25 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:23 Long Preston | 0h21 | 22:44 Skipton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Long Preston to Skipton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Long Preston to Skipton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 18m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 6:01 |
Last train 21:12 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Long Preston to Skipton trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Long Preston and Skipton from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Long Preston to Skipton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Long Preston 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 Long Preston and Skipton
Most Long Preston to Skipton trains use the Long Preston to Skipton station pair. Use this guide to compare Long Preston and Skipton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Long Preston station do trains to Skipton leave from?
Getting to Long Preston from Long Preston city centre
Long Preston train station facilities and services
Long Preston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Long Preston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Long Preston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Long Preston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Long Preston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access to LDS platform. Access to Carlisle platform is via road, under bridge and up quite steep ramp. Step free access from car park to station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Skipton station do trains from Long Preston 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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