Travelling from Edinburgh to Skipton by train

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

The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Skipton take around 3 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 234 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around  06:02. The last departure is usually at around 22:55 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 06:06, with the last train leaving at around 23:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 43 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$62.50.

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 Edinburgh to Skipton?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Skipton?

The Edinburgh to Skipton train travel takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Edinburgh to Skipton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Skipton leaving Edinburgh at around 06:02 and the last train leaving at around 22:55 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 06:06, with the final departure at 23:30.