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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Skipton is to bus via Manchester which costs £22 - £35 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Skipton is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Skipton station. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Bus Station Arrive via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Skipton via Cheltenham Spa and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Skipton?

The distance between Gloucester and Skipton is 191 miles. The road distance is 178.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Gloucester to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Skipton bus from?

Gloucester to Skipton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gloucester station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Skipton train from?

Gloucester to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Skipton?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Skipton is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Gloucester to Skipton bus arrive?

Gloucester to Skipton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Gloucester to Skipton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Skipton is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Gloucester to Skipton.

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
4h 43m
£75–131
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
8h 11m
£22–31
Drive 177 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Skiptoncar 177 mi
3h 12m
£44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
8h 49m
£27–51

Gloucester to Skipton by train

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Distance: 190.1 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Skipton via Cheltenham Spa and Leeds in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester to Bus Station Arrive via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 11m.

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