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How to get fromSkipton to Ullswaterby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Skipton to Ullswater by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 508 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Skipton to Lancastertrain train
    2. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Aira Forcebus bus 508 / ...
    3h 23m
    £38–69

  2. Drive 70.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Skipton to Cumbriacar car 70.4 mi
    1h 29m
    £18–25

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Skipton to Carnforthtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bowness Pierbus bus 755
    3. Take the bus from Bowness Pier to Patterdale Hotelbus bus 508
    4h 58m
    £21–32

Skipton to Ullswater by train and bus

Calendar53Weekly Services
Duration3h 23mAverage Duration
Ticket£38Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 107 mi
  • Duration: 3h 23m

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

There is no direct connection from Skipton to Ullswater. However, you can take the train to Lancaster, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 508 bus to Aira Force. Alternatively, you can take a train from Skipton to Patterdale Hotel via Carnforth, Railway Station, and Bowness Pier in around 4h 58m.

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