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It takes an average of 2h 5m to travel from Howden to Skipton by train, over a distance of around 49 miles (79 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Howden to Skipton and tickets for this journey start from £16.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:24 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:55 | |
| Departure station | Howden | |
| Arrival station | Skipton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 33m | |
| Distance | 49 miles (79 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £16.30 | |
| Train operators | Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Howden to Skipton in 1 hour 33 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Howden to Skipton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 49 miles (79 km) from Howden to Skipton by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 33 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 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, TransPennine Express or Hull Trains 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 Howden to Skipton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £16.30. 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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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.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.