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 49 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £20.89.

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?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Skipton to York 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 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.