The average train between Skipton and Perth takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Skipton to Perth. 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 4 hours between Skipton and Perth. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Skipton is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Perth at 12:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Skipton to Perth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Skipton to Perth. However, there are services departing from Skipton station and arriving at Perth station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.
Skipton to Perth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Skipton station.
Skipton to Perth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Skipton to Perth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Skipton and Perth is 285.1 km. The road distance is 402 km.
You can take a train from Skipton to Perth via Carlisle, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 5h 17m.