The average train between Exeter and Skipton takes 6h 7m and the fastest train takes 5h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Skipton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Exeter and Skipton. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 7:27 PM which arrives into Skipton at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Skipton station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.
Exeter to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Skipton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Skipton station.
Book your Exeter to Skipton train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Exeter and Skipton is 374.4 km. The road distance is 488 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Skipton via Leeds in around 5h 30m.