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Trip Overview

The average train between Wakefield and Skipton Castle takes 1h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h. There is at least one train per day from Wakefield to Skipton Castle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 8m
Duration
36 mi
Distance
£14
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Wakefield to Skipton Castle train times

Trains run once daily between Wakefield and Skipton Castle. The earliest departure is at 8:05 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Wakefield is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Skipton Castle at 9:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 10m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 10m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 10m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 9m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 10m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h 10m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Wakefield to Skipton Castle? 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.

Map of how to get from Wakefield to Skipton Castle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 36.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Skipton Castle, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Wakefield Westgate to Skipton once daily. Tickets cost £12–17 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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