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The average train between Poole and Skipton takes 6h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Poole 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.

6h 12m
Duration
327 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Poole to Skipton train times

Trains run hourly between Poole and Skipton. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 9:43 PM which arrives into Skipton at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 6h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 28m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 32m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 29m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 34m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 30m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 45m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 21m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited6h 20m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 43m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 47m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 37m • 3 changes
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    South Western RailwayLondon Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)Northern Trains Limited5h 28m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Poole 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.

Map of how to get from Poole to Skipton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 326.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Skipton, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Skipton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 6h 5m.

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