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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Skipton is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Skipton is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Ilkley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Skipton via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Bristol to Skipton?

The distance between Bristol and Skipton is 229 miles. The road distance is 212.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Bristol to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Skipton bus from?

Bristol to Skipton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Skipton train from?

Bristol to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train, bus or fly from Bristol to Skipton?

The best way to get from Bristol to Skipton is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 6h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £170 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Bristol to Skipton bus arrive?

Bristol to Skipton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bristol to Skipton train arrive?

Bristol to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Skipton is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Bristol to Skipton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Skipton?

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
4h 25m
£120–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Railway Roadbus X84
6h 34m
£28–45
Drive 211.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Skiptoncar 211.1 mi
3h 44m
£52–75
Fly Bristol Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane BRS - LBA
6h 49m
£59–167
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Chorlton Street Coach Station to Bus Stationbus X43
8h 15m
£39–92
Fly Bristol Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
5h 40m
£75–186
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
6h 54m
£134–284

Bristol to Skipton by train

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Distance: 227.7 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Skipton via Leeds in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station, Railway Road, and Ilkley Bus Station in around 6h 34m.

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