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

The cheapest way to get from Helmsley to Skipton is to bus which costs £9 - £12 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helmsley to Skipton is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Helmsley and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Helmsley to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Feathers Hotel and arriving at Market Place via Rougier Street, Leeds City Bus Station and Ilkley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Helmsley and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Helmsley to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Malton and arriving at Skipton via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Helmsley to Skipton?

The distance between Helmsley and Skipton is 89 miles. The road distance is 55.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helmsley to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £60 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Helmsley to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmsley to Skipton bus from?

Helmsley to Skipton bus services, operated by East Yorkshire, depart from Feathers Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Helmsley to Skipton train from?

Helmsley to Skipton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Malton station.

Train or bus from Helmsley to Skipton?

The best way to get from Helmsley to Skipton is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £12 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Helmsley to Skipton bus arrive?

Helmsley to Skipton bus services, operated by East Yorkshire, arrive at Station Road.

Where does the Helmsley to Skipton train arrive?

Helmsley to Skipton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Helmsley to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmsley to Skipton is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Helmsley to Skipton.

Where can I stay near Skipton?

There are 1417+ hotels available in Skipton.

Helmsley to Skipton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Malton to Leedstrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
2h 13m
£61–88
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Feathers Hotel to Station Roadbus 31X
2. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Leeds Bus Station Entrancebus 843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Ilkley Bus Stationbus X84 / ...
5h 15m
£9–12
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Feathers Hotel to Station Roadbus 31X
2. Take the train from York to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
2h 47m
£20–40
Drive 54.9 mi
1. Drive from Helmsley to Skiptoncar 54.9 mi
1h 6m
£14–20
Bus, Steam train
1. Take the bus from Feathers Hotel to Station Roadbus 31X
2. Take the train from York to Skiptontrain The Scarborough Spa Express
5h 18m

Helmsley to Skipton by bus and train

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Distance: 88 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a vehicle from Helmsley to Skipton via Malton and Leeds in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Feathers Hotel to Market Place via Station Road, Rougier Street, Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus Station, and Ilkley Bus Station in around 5h 15m.

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