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Trains from Cambridge North to Skipton

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Trains to Skipton from Cambridge North

First train

07:01

Last train

17:40

Departure stationCambridge North
Arrival stationSkipton
Journey time

From 3h 23m

Distance

150 miles (242 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink

What are the train times from Cambridge North to Skipton?

Check out the next trains departing from Cambridge North to Skipton for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
11:3015:404h 10m, 3 changes
11:4015:544h 14m, 3 changes
12:0616:494h 43m, 2 changes
12:4916:383h 49m, 3 changes
13:0618:014h 55m, 2 changes
13:4917:253h 36m, 3 changes
14:0618:494h 43m, 2 changes
14:3119:405h 9m, 2 changes
14:4918:303h 41m, 3 changes
15:0619:584h 52m, 2 changes

Travelling from Cambridge North to Skipton by train

If you're planning to travel from Cambridge North to Skipton, we're here to help!

On average, the train journey from Cambridge North to Skipton takes around 4 hours 1 minute. There are normally 0 trains per day travelling from Cambridge North to Skipton.

You'll have to make 2 changes on your journey to Skipton, as there are no direct trains.

London North Eastern Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway and Thameslink trains run on this route.

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Use our Journey Planner to compare ticket prices and find the cheapest fares.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Cambridge North to Skipton?

Want to know more about your journey from Cambridge North to Skipton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How fast can trains travel from Cambridge North to Skipton?

The fastest time a train can travel the 150 miles (242 km) from Cambridge North to Skipton is 3 hours and 23 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Cambridge North to Skipton?

There are no direct trains that run between Cambridge North and Skipton. You’ll need to make at least 2 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from Cambridge North to Skipton?

The train ride from Cambridge North to Skipton covers a distance of around 150 miles (242 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 3 hours and 23 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Skipton from Cambridge North?

With the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 23 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Cambridge North and Skipton is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Cambridge North to Skipton?

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3. Book split tickets

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4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Cambridge North to Skipton is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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