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Outbound fromChester to Skipton by train
It takes an average of 4h 9m to travel from Chester to Skipton by train, over a distance of around 63 miles (102 km). There are normally 34 trains per day travelling from Chester to Skipton and tickets for this journey start from £16.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:23 | |
| Departure station | Chester | |
| Arrival station | Skipton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 42m | |
| Distance | 63 miles (102 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £16.10 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Chester to Skipton in 2 hours 42 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Chester to Skipton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 9 minutes to travel the 63 miles (102 km) from Chester to Skipton by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to Skipton. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Chester to Skipton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £16.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Skipton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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