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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Skipton is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Skipton is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Skipton via Peterborough and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Skipton?

The distance between Cambridge and Skipton is 181 miles. The road distance is 174 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Skipton without a car is to train via Peterborough which takes 3h 45m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Cambridge to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Skipton train from?

Cambridge to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Where does the Cambridge to Skipton train arrive?

Cambridge to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Skipton is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cambridge to Skipton.

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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Cambridge to Skipton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Skipton by train, car, or bus

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Train via Peterborough
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
3h 45m
£63–95
Drive 173 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Skiptoncar 173 mi
3h 9m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Stevenagetrain
2. Take the train from Stevenage to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
4h 3m
£72–115
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Huntingdon stationbus T1
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Bradford Interchangetrain London Kings Cross - Bradford Interchange
6h 46m

Cambridge to Skipton by train

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Skipton via Peterborough and Leeds in around 3h 45m.

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