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Trains from Reading West to Skipton (SKI)

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15

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

4hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

05:52 / 19:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Reading West to Skipton (SKI)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Skipton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Skipton is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 30 mins.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Skipton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Skipton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Skipton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:52
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:38
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    11:25
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:17
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    12:09
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:02
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    12:56
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:59
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    13:57
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:51
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    14:57
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:46
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    17:09
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:45
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:03
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:51
    5 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    18:55
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:16
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    19:40
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:45
    5 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    19:57
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:49
    5 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    21:12
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:29
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    21:19
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:42
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    23:13
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:00
    10 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    05:59
    Reading West
    Skipton
    Reading West to Skipton

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Reading West and Skipton

The travel time between Reading West and Skipton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Skipton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 19:04.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Reading West & Skipton. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Reading West and Skipton.

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