What is the cheapest way to get from Bedford to Skipton?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Skipton is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bedford to Skipton?

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Skipton is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Milton Keynes Coachway, Leeds City Bus Station and Ilkley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Skipton via King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Bedford to Skipton?

The distance between Bedford and Skipton is 262 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

How do I travel from Bedford to Skipton without a car?

The best way to get from Bedford to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to Skipton?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Bedford to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Skipton bus from?

Bedford to Skipton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Skipton train from?

Bedford to Skipton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Skipton?

The best way to get from Bedford to Skipton is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Bedford to Skipton bus arrive?

Bedford to Skipton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Skipton train arrive?

Bedford to Skipton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Skipton is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Bedford to Skipton.

How do I get a train ticket from Bedford to Skipton?

Book your Bedford to Skipton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Skipton?

There are 1430+ hotels available in Skipton.

Bedford to Skipton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBedford to Skipton

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Bedford to Skipton by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
4h 10m
£95–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
8h 4m
£35–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Arrivebus M6
7h 13m
Drive 171.4 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Skiptoncar 171.4 mi
3h 11m
£42–61
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
5h 21m
£77–141

Bedford to Skipton by train

237Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bedford to Skipton.

Launch map view

Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Skipton via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.