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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Skipton is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Skipton is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Skipton. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Ilkley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Skipton via Sheffield and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Leicester to Skipton?

The distance between Leicester and Skipton is 129 miles. The road distance is 118.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Leicester to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Skipton bus from?

Leicester to Skipton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Skipton train from?

Leicester to Skipton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Skipton?

The best way to get from Leicester to Skipton is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Leicester to Skipton bus arrive?

Leicester to Skipton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Skipton train arrive?

Leicester to Skipton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Skipton is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Leicester to Skipton.

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

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Leicester to Skipton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 60 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
2h 54m
£50–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Ilkley Bus Stationbus X84 / ...
5h 40m
£18–32
Drive 117.7 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Skiptoncar 117.7 mi
2h 20m
£29–42
Bus, train, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Derby to Leedstrain
3. Take the bus from City Square F to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus 60 / ...
6h 11m
£38–62

Leicester to Skipton by train

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Skipton via Sheffield and Leeds in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Market Place via Leeds City Bus Station and Ilkley Bus Station in around 5h 40m.

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