The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Skipton
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Skipton will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 1 trains that leave Darlington for Skipton on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 70 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Darlington to Skipton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€55 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington to Skipton train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Skipton trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:55 AM Darlington | 2h42 | 6:37 AM Skipton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Skipton
Trains from Darlington to Skipton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 19:23 |
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, LNER, Cross Country from Darlington to Skipton trainsfirst_transpennine_express, LNER, Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington and Skipton from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Darlington to Skipton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Skipton by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Skipton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Darlington to Skipton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 18:20 Saturday 05:50 - 18:20 Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to Platforms 1 and 2. Fairly steep ramps to Platforms 3 and 4.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: between Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park at the front of the station
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