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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Skipton (SKI)

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12

train journeys
per day

32

miles (52 kms)

1hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:48 / 23:51

first / last train

8

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Skipton (SKI)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and Skipton , with 8 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 4 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to Skipton is approximately 32 miles (52 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Skipton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to Skipton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Lancaster to Skipton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:48
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    08:02
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:20
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:27
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:41
    1 hrs 15 mins Direct
    10:56
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    11:57
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:46
    1 hrs 12 mins Direct
    13:58
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    15:58
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:57
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    18:23
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:45
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    18:58
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:30
    1 hrs 12 mins Direct
    21:42
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:31
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    22:44
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:26
    7 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    05:59
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:30
    8 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Lancaster
    Skipton
    Lancaster to Skipton

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Skipton Station

Station name Skipton (SKI)
Address Skipton station, Broughton Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1RT
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 18:20
Saturday 05:50 - 18:20
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lancaster and Skipton

The travel time between Lancaster and Skipton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and Skipton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Lancaster and Skipton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 8 direct services per day from Lancaster to Skipton

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Skipton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Lancaster and Skipton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.