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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Skipton is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Skipton is to train which takes 42 min and costs £9 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Merrion B and arriving at Market Place via Ilkley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Skipton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Skipton. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Leeds to Skipton?

The distance between Leeds and Skipton is 26 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £9 - £19.

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

The train from Leeds to Skipton takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Skipton bus from?

Leeds to Skipton bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Merrion B station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Skipton train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Skipton?

The best way to get from Leeds to Skipton is to train which takes 42 min and costs £9 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 64 bus, which costs and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Leeds to Skipton bus arrive?

Leeds to Skipton bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Railway Road station.

Where does the Leeds to Skipton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Skipton is 27 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Leeds to Skipton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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Leeds to Skipton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 64 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain Leeds - Skipton / ...
42 min
£9–19
Drive 26.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leeds to Skiptoncar 26.4 mi
44 min
£7–10
Bus, line 64 bus
1. Take the bus from Merrion B to Railway Roadbus X84
2. Take the bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Market Placebus 873 / ...
2h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds to Skiptontaxi 26.4 mi
44 min
£100–120

Leeds to Skipton by train

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Distance: 25.9 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Skipton every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 42 min. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrion B to Market Place via Railway Road and Ilkley Bus Station in around 2h 15m.

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