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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Skipton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Skipton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, while a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-12.71. The journey takes 1h 41m versus 1h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Manchester to Skipton by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Manchester to Skipton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 8:30 AM2h08Manchester10:38 AMSkipton€151One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- 8:30 AM2h08Manchester10:38 AMSkipton€151One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- 8:45 AM1h53Manchester10:38 AMSkipton€231One-way0 transfers
Other options
- 8:15 AM1h54Manchester10:09 AMSkipton€231One-way0 transfers
- 5:15 PM1h54Manchester7:09 PMSkipton€251One-way0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Skipton
Travel to Skipton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Skipton.
- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Skipton as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Manchester Victoria (MCV) and arrive in Skipton station (SKI).
- Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Airport and arrive in Keighley, Towngate.
- Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Skipton by train.
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