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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Skipton (SKI)

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24

train journeys
per day

63

miles (101 kms)

2hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 01:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Skipton (SKI)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Skipton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Skipton is approximately 63 miles (101 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 12 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Skipton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Skipton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:02
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:24
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:22
    3 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    09:39
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:23
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    10:39
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    3 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    10:56
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:21
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:25
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:52
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:57
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:29
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    12:39
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:28
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    13:39
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:58
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:28
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:39
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:28
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:40
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:52
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    15:58
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:28
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:28
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:20
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:28
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    18:20
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:52
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:58
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:29
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    19:22
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:25
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:25
    3 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:27
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:52
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    21:42
    Chester
    Skipton
    Chester to Skipton

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Available

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 Chester and Skipton

The travel time between Chester and Skipton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Skipton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:45.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Skipton. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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