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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Skipton is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Skipton is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Skipton via Paddington, King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Swindon to Skipton?

The distance between Swindon and Skipton is 292 miles. The road distance is 206.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Skipton without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 39m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Swindon to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Skipton train from?

Swindon to Skipton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Where does the Swindon to Skipton train arrive?

Swindon to Skipton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Skipton is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Swindon to Skipton.

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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Swindon to Skipton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
4h 39m
£106–178
Drive 205.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Skiptoncar 205.1 mi
3h 44m
£50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
8h 35m
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
6h 10m
£122–392
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
5h 36m
£114–174

Swindon to Skipton by train and subway

236Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

£106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.3 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Skipton via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 4h 39m.

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