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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Skipton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Skipton to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at St Peter's Lane via Ilkley Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station and M&S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Skipton and Leicester?

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

How far is it from Skipton to Leicester?

The distance between Skipton and Leicester is 129 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skipton to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £50 - £100.

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

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

Where do I catch the Skipton to Leicester bus from?

Skipton to Leicester bus services, operated by First Leeds, depart from Ilkley Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Skipton to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Skipton to Leicester?

The best way to get from Skipton to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via M&S, which costs and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Skipton to Leicester bus arrive?

Skipton to Leicester bus services, operated by First Leeds, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Skipton to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skipton to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Skipton to Leicester is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Skipton to Leicester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skipton to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
2h 54m
£53–98
Drive 117.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Skipton to Leicestercar 117.9 mi
2h 20m
£29–42
Bus via M&S
1. Take the bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Asdabus Uk010 / ...
5h 22m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ilkley Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus X84
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
6h 1m

Skipton to Leicester by train

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Skipton to Leicester via Leeds and Sheffield in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to St Peter's Lane via Ilkley Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Asda, and M&S in around 5h 22m.

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