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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Skipton to Harrogate. The train trip from Skipton to Harrogate is usually about one hour and 34 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest London North Eastern Railway + Connections train can get you there in as little as one hour and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 19 mi (31 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 25m |
| Lowest price | £16.41 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Skipton to Harrogate?
There are 3 train lines with service from Skipton to Harrogate. Northern Rail is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 6 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 1 | 1h 26m | £16.41 |
| Northern Rail | 6 | 1h 35m | £16.41 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 1 | 1h 41m | £16.41 |
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Skipton to Harrogate start from £16, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to Harrogate. Northern Rail + Connections in Skipton leaves from Skipton Train Station . And in Harrogate trains arrive at Harrogate Station .
From Skipton to Harrogate train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 1 hours and 41 minutes. If you are looking to get to Harrogate faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 25 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Harrogate on a weekend there is typically one Northern Rail + Connections scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Skipton.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Skipton to Harrogate tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Skipton at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Harrogate to Skipton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Skipton?
Main departure station: Skipton Train Station
There is one train station in Skipton.
All train stations in Skipton:
Skipton Train Station
Where is the train station in Harrogate?
Main arrival station: Harrogate Station
Harrogate has one train station.
Train stations in Harrogate:
Harrogate Station
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