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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Skipton is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Skipton is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Skipton via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Chester to Skipton?

The distance between Chester and Skipton is 115 miles. The road distance is 79.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Chester to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Skipton train from?

Chester to Skipton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Chester to Skipton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Skipton is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Chester to Skipton.

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

There are 1417+ hotels available in Skipton.

Chester to Skipton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 66 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain Chester - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
3h 12m
£43–78
Drive 79.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Skiptoncar 79.4 mi
1h 38m
£20–29
Train, bus, line 66 bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Hebden Bridgetrain
2. Take the bus from Hebden Bridge Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus B3
3. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 5bus 66 / ...
4h 18m
£29–48
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Chester to Newton-le-Willowstrain
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
3h 28m
£40–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Printworks to Bus Stationbus X43
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Arrivebus M6
4h 35m
£21–33

Chester to Skipton by train

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Distance: 114.2 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Skipton via Leeds in around 3h 12m.

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