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It takes an average of 3h 7m to travel from Preston (Lancs) to Skipton by train, over a distance of around 31 miles (50 km). There are normally 53 trains per day travelling from Preston (Lancs) to Skipton and tickets for this journey start from £13.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:49 | |
| Departure station | Preston (Lancs) | |
| Arrival station | Skipton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 35m | |
| Distance | 31 miles (50 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £13.50 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Skipton in 1 hour 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Preston (Lancs) to Skipton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 7 minutes to travel the 31 miles (50 km) from Preston (Lancs) to Skipton by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 53 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 TransPennine Express 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 Preston (Lancs) to Skipton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £13.50. 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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The price of train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Skipton starts at £13.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.