The average train between Banbury and Skipton takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Banbury to Skipton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Banbury and Skipton. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 6:30 PM which arrives into Skipton at 10:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Banbury to Skipton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Banbury station and arriving at Skipton station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Banbury to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.
Banbury to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Skipton station.
Book your Banbury to Skipton train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Banbury and Skipton is 215.8 km. The road distance is 291 km.
You can take a train from Banbury to Skipton via Sheffield and Leeds in around 3h 42m.