The average train between Kent and Skipton takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Skipton. The earliest departure is at 12:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Skipton at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 19m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Ashford International station and arriving at Skipton station via London St Pancras Intl station and Leeds station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Kent to Skipton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Skipton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Skipton station.
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The distance between Kent and Skipton is 353.5 km. The road distance is 418 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Skipton via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 40m.