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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Skipton is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Skipton is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £100 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via London Victoria, Leeds City Bus Station and Ilkley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Skipton via King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Skipton?

The distance between Canterbury and Skipton is 283 miles. The road distance is 275.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Canterbury to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Skipton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Skipton train from?

Canterbury to Skipton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Skipton?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Skipton is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Canterbury to Skipton bus arrive?

Canterbury to Skipton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Skipton train arrive?

Canterbury to Skipton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Skipton is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Canterbury to Skipton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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Canterbury to Skipton - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
4h 23m
£104–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
9h 35m
£41–77
Drive 273.7 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Skiptoncar 273.7 mi
4h 44m
£67–97
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
6h 18m
£130–409
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
10h 59m
Train to London City Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane LCY - LBA
7h 52m
£282–682
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
6h 47m
£138–448

Canterbury to Skipton by train

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Distance: 280.9 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Skipton via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Market Place via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Leeds City Bus Station, Railway Road, and Ilkley Bus Station in around 9h 35m.

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