Manchester to Skipton train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Skipton

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

1 h 51 m

Average duration

1 h 52 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

55 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Skipton will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester to Skipton you need to make at least one change.

TransPennine ExpressC43745+Northern Rail (3)Y25497
08:451h53
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
10:38Skipton station (SKI)
£201One-way
1 change
TransPennine ExpressL36734+Northern Rail (3)Y26401
02:523h08
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
06:00Skipton station (SKI)
£221One-way
1 change
TransPennine ExpressL36626+Northern Rail (3)G91919
06:301h54
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
08:24Skipton station (SKI)
£251One-way
1 change
TransPennine ExpressL36745+Northern Rail (3)Y25490
05:352h03
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
07:38Skipton station (SKI)
£271One-way
1 change
TransPennine ExpressL36749+Northern Rail (3)Y25492
06:451h51
Manchester Victoria (MCV)
08:36Skipton station (SKI)
£271One-way
1 change

Live departures

Manchester to Skipton train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Skipton trains for today, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_expressL36846+northern_railG91980
Delayed
11:28 11:15Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
13:09 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43759+northern_railY25502
On time
11:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
13:39 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL37186+northern_railG92056
On time
12:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h55
13:55 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36851+northern_railY25503
On time
12:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h55
14:10 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43763+northern_railY2550412:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
14:39 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
transpennine_expressC44201+london_north_eastern_railwayC40806+northern_railY25343
On time
13:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h51
14:51 Skipton station (SKI)
2 changes
transpennine_expressL36857+northern_railY25505
On time
13:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
15:09 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43767+northern_railY2550613:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h55
15:40 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
transpennine_expressL37191+northern_railG92057
On time
14:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
15:54 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36863+northern_railY25507
On time
14:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h55
16:10 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
northern_railY25763 · Y25345
On time
14:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h00
16:21 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36780+northern_railY25508
On time
14:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
16:39 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL37193+london_north_eastern_railwayC40820+northern_railY2534615:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h50
16:50 Skipton station (SKI)2 changes
transpennine_expressL36869+northern_railY25509
On time
15:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
17:09 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
northern_railY25764 · Y2534815:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h59
17:20 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
transpennine_expressL37151+northern_railG92061
On time
15:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h55
17:25 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36785+northern_railY25510
On time
15:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
17:39 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL37196+northern_railY25511
On time
16:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h02
18:02 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36875+northern_railG91939
On time
16:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
18:09 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36684+northern_railY25512
On time
16:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h00
18:30 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36790+northern_railY25514
On time
16:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h56
18:41 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC44213+northern_railY25327
On time
17:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
18:54 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC44213+london_north_eastern_railwayY11780+northern_railY25350
On time
17:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h50
18:50 Skipton station (SKI)
2 changes
transpennine_expressL36881+northern_railY25515
On time
17:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
19:09 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
northern_railY25765 · Y25351
On time
17:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h01
19:22 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36796+northern_railY25516
On time
17:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h55
19:40 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC44216+northern_railY2580318:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h58
19:58 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
transpennine_expressL36887+northern_railY2551818:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h58
20:13 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
northern_railY25767 · Y25354
On time
18:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h00
20:21 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36799+northern_railG91960
On time
18:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h41
20:26 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36893+northern_railY2552119:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h57
21:12 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
transpennine_expressL36702+london_north_eastern_railwayY11796
On time
19:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h48
21:18 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36788_L36801+northern_railG92036
On time
19:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h58
21:43 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
northern_railG90685 · Y25357
On time
19:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h01
21:58 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36896+northern_railY2552220:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h57
22:12 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
transpennine_expressL36807+northern_railY2552320:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h53
22:38 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
transpennine_expressL36899+northern_railY2552621:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h57
23:12 Skipton station (SKI)1 change
transpennine_expressL37211+northern_railG92048
On time
21:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h53
23:38 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
northern_railY25652 · Y25477 · Y2552821:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h07
00:04 Skipton station (SKI)2 changes
Wednesday 18 March
transpennine_expressL36734+northern_railY26401
On time
02:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
3h08
06:00 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43805+northern_railY25488
On time
05:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h13
07:13 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36745+northern_railY25490
On time
05:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
2h03
07:38 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43809+northern_railG91933
On time
06:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h53
08:08 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36626+northern_railG91919
On time
06:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
08:24 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36749+northern_railY25492
On time
06:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h51
08:36 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL37174+northern_railG91907
On time
07:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h55
08:55 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36822+northern_railY25494
On time
07:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
09:09 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43636+northern_railY25495
On time
07:30 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
2h07
09:37 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43742+northern_railY25495
On time
07:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h52
09:37 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL37176+northern_railG90868
On time
08:00 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h55
09:55 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL36828+northern_railY25496
On time
08:15 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h54
10:09 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
northern_railY25413 · Y25338
On time
08:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h59
10:20 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressC43745+northern_railY25497
On time
08:45 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h53
10:38 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL37178+northern_railG91909
On time
08:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h56
10:55 Skipton station (SKI)
1 change
transpennine_expressL37178+london_north_eastern_railwayC40786+northern_railY25339
On time
08:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h51
10:50 Skipton station (SKI)
2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Skipton

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Trains from Manchester to Skipton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 47m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
55 km
Average train duration
1h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 47m
First train
00:38
Last train
23:15
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Manchester to Skipton trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester and Skipton from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 47m
Cheapest Price
£15
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£38
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 36m
Cheapest Price
£36
first_transpennine_express frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Manchester to Skipton train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Skipton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £21.
The train journey from Manchester to Skipton covers a distance of 55 km and takes approximately 1h 47m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Skipton is 55 km.
The first train from Manchester to Skipton leaves at 0:38.
The last train from Manchester to Skipton departs at 23:15.
Trains from Manchester to Skipton run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Skipton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Skipton.
To get from Manchester to Skipton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Skipton.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Skipton is Manchester Victoria (MCV), and it arrives at Skipton station (SKI).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Skipton is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Manchester to Skipton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Manchester to Skipton is considered scenic as it passes through picturesque landscapes, including the rolling hills and charming countryside of the Yorkshire Dales.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester to Skipton is feasible. The journey takes 1h 47m, covering a distance of 55 km. Trains run 7 times per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
Two to three days in Skipton should be sufficient to explore its charming market town atmosphere, visit Skipton Castle, and enjoy a canal boat ride.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Skipton.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Skipton

Manchester
Skipton
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Victoria for your trip from Manchester to Skipton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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