4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Skipton
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Skipton will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 buses that leave London for Skipton on Sun, Jul 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 301 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 7 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:59 PM6h26London6:25 AMSkipton$201One-way0 transfers- 9:05 AM5h20London2:25 PMSkipton$231One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM7h25London5:25 AMSkipton$281One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM5h20London2:25 PMSkipton$231One-way0 transfers
- 11:59 PM6h26London6:25 AMSkipton$201One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM7h25London5:25 AMSkipton$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Skipton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $80 Average price | $194 Average price | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Skipton:
A bus is $59 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Skipton costing on average $80 (€66).
A bus is $173 (€142) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Skipton costing on average $194 (€159).
Other travel options to Skipton take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Bus takes on average 6h 11m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
London to Skipton Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:52PM | Duration 6h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:52PM | Duration 6h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 06:42AM | Duration 7h43 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 6h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
London to Skipton bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Skipton buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 PM London | 5h55 | 7:25 PM Skipton | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 2:30 PM London | 6h22 | 8:52 PM Skipton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM London | 5h50 | 9:50 PM Skipton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:20 PM London | 5h10 | 9:30 PM Skipton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:30 PM London | 6h22 | 11:52 PM Skipton | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Skipton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Skipton run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London to SkiptonYou can travel by bus between London to Skipton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Skipton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Skipton by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skipton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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