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Trains from Skipton (SKI) to Elgin (ELG)

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16

train journeys
per day

259

miles (417 kms)

8hrs 39 mins

fastest journey

06:01 / 23:36

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

10

routes

Trains from Skipton (SKI) to Elgin (ELG)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Skipton and Elgin , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Skipton to Elgin is approximately 259 miles (417 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 21 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Skipton and Elgin.

There are 10 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Skipton to Elgin. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 39 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Skipton to Elgin

Journeys from Skipton to Elgin Today

  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:01
    8 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    14:15
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:04
    9 hrs 7 mins3 changes
    15:11
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:25
    8 hrs 54 mins5 changes
    16:19
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:26
    9 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    17:38
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:58
    8 hrs 4 mins3 changes
    18:02
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:17
    8 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    18:49
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:59
    8 hrs 44 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    19:43
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:04
    8 hrs 39 mins4 changes
    19:43
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:17
    9 hrs 5 mins3 changes
    21:22
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:00
    8 hrs 45 mins3 changes
    21:45
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:59
    8 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    22:16
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:17
    9 hrs 11 mins3 changes
    23:28
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    15:58
    13 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    05:36
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    17:27
    14 hrs 15 mins4 changes
    07:42
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    18:56
    16 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    11:38
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin
  • Mon 20th Jan
    22:49
    16 hrs 24 mins4 changes
    15:13
    Skipton
    Elgin
    Skipton to Elgin

About Skipton Station

Station name Skipton (SKI)
AddressSkipton station, Broughton Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1RT
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:50 - 18:20
Saturday 05:50 - 18:20
Sunday 09:00 - 16:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Elgin Station

Station name Elgin (ELG)
AddressElgin station, Station Road, Elgin, Moray, IV30 1QP
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:25 - 19:30
Saturday 06:25 - 19:30
Sunday 10:25 - 18:05
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Skipton and Elgin

The travel time between Skipton and Elgin by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Skipton and Elgin vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:01, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:36.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Skipton & Elgin. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Skipton and Elgin.

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