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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Manchester Airport | Skipton | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Skipton | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Airport | Skipton | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 23:07 GMT.
Get from Manchester to Skipton
The journey takes about 3 hours 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just £51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £51
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Skipton by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Skipton?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Skipton start from £51. The average price for this train route is around £51. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Skipton?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Skipton is 3h 8m, covering a distance of 43 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 6m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Skipton route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Skipton?
The earliest train from Manchester to Skipton departs at 09:48. And the latest train departs at 16:48.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Skipton was searched and found on 16 Jan 2026 with a price of £48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Skipton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £48 to £48 for a train ticket from Manchester to Skipton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £48, which is on 2026-01-16.
