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

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Skipton is to bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Skipton is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Skipton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Forster Square J and arriving at Market Place. Services depart four times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bradford and Skipton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bradford Forster Square and arriving at Skipton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Bradford to Skipton?

The distance between Bradford and Skipton is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bradford to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £13.

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

The train from Bradford Forster Square to Skipton takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Skipton bus from?

Bradford to Skipton bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, depart from Forster Square J station.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Skipton train from?

Bradford to Skipton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Forster Square station.

Train or bus from Bradford to Skipton?

The best way to get from Bradford to Skipton is to train which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Bradford to Skipton bus arrive?

Bradford to Skipton bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, arrive at Market Place station.

Where does the Bradford to Skipton train arrive?

Bradford to Skipton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Skipton station.

Can I drive from Bradford to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Skipton is 18 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Bradford to Skipton.

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bradford Forster Square to Skiptontrain Bradford Forster Square - Skipton / ...
37 min
£7–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forster Square J to Market Placebus 864
1h 14m
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bradford to Skiptontaxi 18.2 mi
27 min
£40–50
Drive 18.2 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Skiptoncar 18.2 mi
27 min
£5–7
Line 662 bus, line 66 bus
1. Take the bus from Cheapside L to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 662
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 5bus 66 / ...
1h 32m
£4–6

Bradford to Skipton by train

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bradford Forster Square to Skipton hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, The Keighley Bus Company operates a bus from Forster Square J to Market Place 4 times a week. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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