Travelling from Manchester Airport to Skipton by train

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

The fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Skipton take around 2 hours and 3 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 68 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:38. The last departure is usually at around 23:47 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester Airport at around 00:38, with the last train leaving at around 23:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 74 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £25.80.

We think any time is a great time to visit Skipton, 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 Skipton.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Airport to Skipton?

The journey between Manchester Airport and Skipton usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Manchester Airport to Skipton every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Manchester Airport to Skipton?

The Manchester Airport to Skipton train travel takes about 2 hours and 3 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Manchester Airport to Skipton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Skipton leaving Manchester Airport at around 00:38 and the last train leaving at around 23:47 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester Airport at around 00:38, with the final departure at 23:35.