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How to get fromAlston to Skiptonby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Alston to Skipton by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courtsbus bus 680A
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain train Carlisle - Leeds / ...
    4h 6m

  2. Drive 80.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Alston to Skiptoncar car 80.5 mi
    1h 40m
    £20–29

  3. Line 681 bus, line 685 bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to Westgatebus bus 681
    2. Take the bus from Westgate to Bus Stationbus bus 685
    3. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain train
    5h 46m

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  • Distance: 115.8 mi
  • Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and Skipton, England?

There is no direct connection from Alston to Skipton. However, you can take the bus to The Courts, walk to Carlisle, then take the train to Skipton. Alternatively, you can drive from Alston to Skipton in around 1h 40m.

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