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Kingussie to Skipton by train
| First train | 07:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:20 | |
| Departure station | Kingussie | |
| Arrival station | Skipton | |
| Journey time | From 6h 22m | |
| Distance | 230 miles (370 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Kingussie to Skipton by train
Looking to travel from Kingussie to Skipton by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 40 minutes to travel from Kingussie to Skipton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 6 hours 22 minutes though. You'll usually find 2 trains per day running along the 230 miles (370 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Skipton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or ScotRail to get to Skipton. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Kingussie to Skipton in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Kingussie to Skipton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Kingussie to Skipton take?
The average journey time by train between Kingussie and Skipton is 8 hours and 40 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Kingussie and Skipton by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Kingussie to Skipton is 6 hours and 22 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Kingussie to Skipton?
No, there are no direct train services from Kingussie to Skipton. Travelling from Kingussie to Skipton by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Kingussie to Skipton leave?
The first train from Kingussie to Skipton leaves at 07:36. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Kingussie to Skipton leave?
The last train from Kingussie to Skipton leaves at 18:20. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Kingussie and Skipton by train?
Trains travelling from Kingussie to Skipton cover a distance of around 230 miles (370 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Skipton to Kingussie.
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