What is the cheapest way to get from Perth to Skipton?

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Skipton is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth to Skipton?

The fastest way to get from Perth to Skipton is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Skipton station. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Bus Station Stand 4 via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Skipton via Glasgow Central and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Perth to Skipton?

The distance between Perth and Skipton is 251 miles. The road distance is 220.9 miles.

How do I travel from Perth to Skipton without a car?

The best way to get from Perth to Skipton without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 2m and costs £40 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Perth to Skipton?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Perth to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Skipton bus from?

Perth to Skipton bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Canal Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Skipton train from?

Perth to Skipton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.

Train or bus from Perth to Skipton?

The best way to get from Perth to Skipton is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 2m and costs £40 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Perth to Skipton bus arrive?

Perth to Skipton bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Perth to Skipton train arrive?

Perth to Skipton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Skipton is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Perth to Skipton.

How do I get a train ticket from Perth to Skipton?

Book your Perth to Skipton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Skipton?

There are 1338+ hotels available in Skipton.

Perth to Skipton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Perth to Skipton by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Skipton
6h 2m
£40–162
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Skipton
6h 33m
£39–215
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus StationE3
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
8h 49m
Drive 219.6 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Skipton219.6 mi
3h 56m
£55–79
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Leonard Street to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)EDI - LBA
6h 41m
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to CarlisleInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Carlisle to SkiptonCarlisle - Leeds / ...
6h 27m
£78–139

Perth to Skipton by train and foot

57Weekly Services

6h 2mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 249.5 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Perth, Scotland and Skipton, England?

You can take a train from Perth to Skipton via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Carlisle in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canal Street to Bus Station Stand 4 via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Interchange in around 8h 49m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.