What is the cheapest way to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton?

The cheapest way to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton?

The fastest way to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Sowerby Bridge and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton station. However, there are services departing from Wharf Street and arriving at Bus Station Stand 5 via Halifax Bus Station and Keighley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Sowerby Bridge and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Sowerby Bridge and arriving at Skipton via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton?

The distance between Sowerby Bridge and Skipton is 48 miles. The road distance is 22.9 miles.

How do I travel from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton without a car?

The best way to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £7 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sowerby Bridge to Skipton bus from?

Sowerby Bridge to Skipton bus services, operated by Team Pennine, depart from Halifax Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sowerby Bridge to Skipton train from?

Sowerby Bridge to Skipton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sowerby Bridge station.

Train or bus from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton?

The best way to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £7 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 502 bus and line 66 bus, which costs and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Sowerby Bridge to Skipton bus arrive?

Sowerby Bridge to Skipton bus services, operated by Team Pennine, arrive at Keighley Bus Station.

Where does the Sowerby Bridge to Skipton train arrive?

Sowerby Bridge to Skipton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sowerby Bridge to Skipton is 23 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton.

How do I get a train ticket from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton?

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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Sowerby Bridge to Skipton - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 502 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sowerby Bridge to LeedsBlackburn - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to SkiptonLeeds - Skipton / ...
1h 37m
£7–33
Drive 22.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton22.8 mi
40 min
£6–9
Line 502 bus, line 66 bus
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 566
2h 42m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton22.8 mi
40 min
£55–70
Line 591 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Albert Road to Bus Station591
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station ArriveM6
2h 59m

Sowerby Bridge to Skipton by train

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Distance: 47.5 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Sowerby Bridge, England and Skipton, England?

You can take a train from Sowerby Bridge to Skipton via Leeds in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wharf Street to Bus Station Stand 5 via Halifax Bus Station and Keighley Bus Station in around 2h 42m.

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