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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton

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Trains to Skipton from Cardiff Queen Street

First train

08:34

Last train

12:34

Departure stationCardiff Queen Street
Arrival stationSkipton
Journey time

From 5h 20m

Distance

178 miles (286 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales

What are the train times from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton?

Get from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton in as little as 5 hours 20 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton takes around 5 hours 34 minutes. There are around 0 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Skipton, you'll need to make 2 changes.

Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains run on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton?

Want to know more about your journey from Cardiff Queen Street 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 Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton?

The fastest time a train can travel the 178 miles (286 km) from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton is 5 hours and 20 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton?

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

How far is the train ride from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton?

The train ride from Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton covers a distance of around 178 miles (286 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 5 hours and 20 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Skipton from Cardiff Queen Street?

With the fastest journeys taking just 5 hours and 20 minutes, we think the best way to travel between Cardiff Queen Street 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 Cardiff Queen Street to Skipton?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

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 Cardiff Queen Street 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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