The average train between Bedford and Skipton takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is an hourly train service from Bedford 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 hourly between Bedford and Skipton. The earliest departure is at 4:12 AM at night, and the last departure from Bedford is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Skipton at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bedford 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 Bedford to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Bedford station and arriving at Skipton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Bedford to Skipton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.
Bedford to Skipton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Skipton station.
Book your Bedford to Skipton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bedford and Skipton is 228 km. The road distance is 419 km.
You can take a train from Bedford to Skipton via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 10m.