4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Skipton
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Skipton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Skipton will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Skipton without transferring at least once.
12:04 PM3h24Glasgow3:28 PMSkipton$841One-way1 transfer- 7:11 AM3h44Glasgow10:55 AMSkipton$1001One-way1 transfer
4:28 AM3h24Glasgow7:52 AMSkipton$1601One-way1 transfer- 6:29 AM3h57Glasgow10:26 AMSkipton$1601One-way1 transfer
- 9:39 AM3h19Glasgow12:58 PMSkipton$1601One-way1 transfer
- 12:40 PM3h18Glasgow3:58 PMSkipton$2041One-way1 transfer
- 8:38 AM3h19Glasgow11:57 AMSkipton$2041One-way1 transfer
- 9:39 AM3h19Glasgow12:58 PMSkipton$1601One-way1 transfer
- 3:38 PM3h19Glasgow6:57 PMSkipton$2041One-way1 transfer
- 10:38 AM3h20Glasgow1:58 PMSkipton$2041One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Skipton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 159 miles (256 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $251 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Skipton:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Skipton costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $195 (€161) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Skipton costing on average $251 (€207).
Other travel options to Skipton take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 38m.
Bus takes on average 12h 30m.
The journey is about 8m faster (3h 21m by train vs 3h 29m by car) and roughly $6 (€5) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($61 (€50) vs $66 (€54)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Glasgow to Skipton train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Skipton trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G01152+ C32456+ C15081 | Delayed 9:08 AM 8:11 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 1:57 PM Skipton station (SKI) | 2 transfers | |
| G01152+L87841+C32456 | Delayed 9:08 AM 9:00 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 4h57 | 1:57 PM Skipton station (SKI) | 2 transfers | |
| C32541+W33191 | Delayed 11:23 AM 10:34 AMGlasgow Central (GLC) | 3h57 | 2:31 PM Skipton station (SKI) | 1 transfer | |
 W84909+C02205 | On time 11:07 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) | 3h49 | 2:56 PM Skipton station (SKI) | 1 transfer | |
| G01165+C32583+W69109 | Delayed 12:05 PM 11:15 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h46 | 5:01 PM Skipton station (SKI) | 2 transfers | |
 G80066+C32469 · G88997+W69109 | Delayed 12:00 PM 11:15 AMGlasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 5h35 | 4:50 PM Skipton station (SKI) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Skipton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Skipton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 159 miles (256 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 159 miles (256 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Skipton trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Skipton from $36 (€30). 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 Glasgow to Skipton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Skipton
Most Glasgow to Skipton trains use the Glasgow Central to Skipton station pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Skipton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
Getting to Jordanhill from Glasgow city centre
Jordanhill is 4 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Jordanhill train station facilities and services
Jordanhill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Jordanhill.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Jordanhill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Jordanhill: Bike Parking.
Which Skipton station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Skipton from Skipton city centre
Skipton train station facilities and services
Skipton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Skipton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skipton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skipton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Skipton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skipton: 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.
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