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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Skipton
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Skipton will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
To travel from York to Skipton you need to make at least one change.
C32447+
G158896:171h21York station (YRK)7:38Skipton station (SKI)£141One-way1 change- C32462+G158257:491h19York station (YRK)9:08Skipton station (SKI)£181One-way1 change
- C32453+C249826:461h22York station (YRK)8:08Skipton station (SKI)£221One-way1 change
- C32441+G160187:041h20York station (YRK)8:24Skipton station (SKI)£221One-way1 change
- P28493 · C324577:081h30York station (YRK)8:38Skipton station (SKI)£361One-way1 change
- C32428+
G011407:431h12York station (YRK)8:55Skipton station (SKI)£361One-way1 change - C32462+G158257:491h19York station (YRK)9:08Skipton station (SKI)£181One-way1 change
- C32441+G160187:041h20York station (YRK)8:24Skipton station (SKI)£221One-way1 change
- C32447+G158896:171h21York station (YRK)7:38Skipton station (SKI)£141One-way1 change
- C32453+C249826:461h22York station (YRK)8:08Skipton station (SKI)£221One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Skipton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 61 km
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to Skipton train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Skipton trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G15889+C32447 | On time 6:17 York station (YRK) | 1h21 | 7:38 Skipton station (SKI) | 1 change | |
| C24982+C32453 | On time 6:46 York station (YRK) | 1h22 | 8:08 Skipton station (SKI) | 1 change | |
| G16018+C32441 | On time 7:04 York station (YRK) | 1h20 | 8:24 Skipton station (SKI) | 1 change | |
| P28493 · C32457 | On time 7:08 York station (YRK) | 1h30 | 8:38 Skipton station (SKI) | 1 change | |
| G01140+C32428 | On time 7:43 York station (YRK) | 1h12 | 8:55 Skipton station (SKI) | 1 change | |
| G15825+C32462 | On time 7:49 York station (YRK) | 1h19 | 9:08 Skipton station (SKI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Skipton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Skipton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:35, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 2:35 |
Last train 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from York to Skipton trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Skipton from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Skipton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York and Skipton
Most York to Skipton trains use the York to Skipton station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Skipton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Skipton leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Skipton station do trains from York 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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