Skipton to York by train

  • First train
    05:45
  • Last train
    23:12
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    1hr 10m
  • Distance
    61 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    45
  • Avg. journey time
    1hr 31m
  • Train operators

Travelling from Skipton to York by train

Want to know how to get from Skipton to York by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Skipton to York take around 1 hour and 10 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 61 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Skipton is scheduled to depart at around 05:45. The last departure is usually at around 22:49. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Skipton at around 06:00, with the last train leaving at around 23:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$17.76.

We think any time is a great time to visit York, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to York.

Is there a direct train from Skipton to York?

How long does it take to travel from Skipton to York?

The Skipton to York train travel takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Skipton to York train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to York leaving Skipton at around 05:45 and the last train leaving at around 22:49. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Skipton at around 06:00, with the final departure at 23:15.

When should you book your train tickets from Skipton to York?

Trains in the UK usually open for booking around 3 months in advance. If booking is not yet open for your travel dates, you can set a booking alert and you'll receive an email as soon as the cheapest tickets are released for your train journey.

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Which train companies operate between Skipton and York?

More than one train company operates on the route from Skipton to York, so you’ll be travelling with one or more of the following rail operators:

You can check which train you’ll be travelling on by looking for the train name in search results.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.