Skipton to Leeds Trains From £2.00*

Take the train from Skipton to Leeds in approximately 34 minutes on frequent direct routes.

Travelling with Northern, make the short journey from Skipton to Leeds for less when you buy cheap train tickets in advance with TrainPal. Fares start from only £2.00, and you can save even more on your day out when you add a Railcard discount and split ticket savings.

From your scenic starting point in the North Yorkshire market town of Skipton, race to the thriving heart of West Yorkshire. Along the way, you’ll pass through 20 miles of Yorkshire countryside, ensuring a convenient and picturesque journey, whether you’re on the first train at 05:44, or the last train at 22:49.

Northern runs commuter and medium-distance intercity services around the North of England. With this low-cost operator, travel between major cities like Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Sunderland, Sheffield, and Nottingham.

Departing from Skipton

Skipton is a beautiful station in the scenic North Yorkshire market town, often referred to as the Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales.

Situated to the west of the town centre, the station is housed within a Grade II listed building. The mid-19th-century station, now fully renovated, has many of the modern facilities of a 21st-century train station, from step-free access to all platforms to accessible toilets and customer information screens.

To arrive at the station, travel on local buses to the station or make use of bicycle storage facilities to park your bike. London North Eastern Railway(LNER) and Northern provide service to Skipton, travelling to destinations like Leeds, Bradford, Carlisle, Lancaster, and Morecambe on the Airedale Line. Main stops

On the Northern service from Skipton to Leeds, you’ll typically call at Cononley, Steeton & Silsden, Keighley, Crossflatts, Bingley, Saltaire, and Shipley (Yorks).

Arriving at Leeds

When you disembark at Leeds Station, you’ll be arriving at one of the busiest stations in England, and a perfect starting point for your city centre exploration.

From the station, explore all of Leeds city centre on foot, with top attractions such as the nationally significant Royal Armouries Museum, and Victoria Quarter (for scenic architecture and shopping heaven) within easy reach. Take local buses from directly outside the station around the city and further afield to Elland Road stadium south of the city centre.

Upon arrival, you’ll have access to excellent facilities, including seating areas, food and drink counters, and free Wi-Fi, plus step-free access, accessible and Changing Places toilets, customer Help Points, tactile pavings, and induction loop.

From Leeds, travel with Northern, LNER, CrossCountry, or TransPennine Express to places like London, Sheffield, Lincoln, Hull, Manchester, Liverpool, York, and Nottingham.

Northern train classes

There are no First Class seats with Northern, so if you’re looking for a Skipton to Leeds First Class ticket, you’ll need to book with a different operator. On Northern services, get affordable rail fares and a no-frills, friendly service on comfortable, modern trains.

Northern train travel advice

Here’s what you need to know about what you can bring on board:

• Bicycles: Bring a bike onto Northern trains on a first-come, first-served basis. It is not possible to reserve a space, so it is advisable to arrive early if you want to bring your bike on board.
• Pets: Each adult can carry two small pets on Northern trains at no extra cost. Remember to keep animals on a lead or in a carrier at all times throughout the journey.
• Luggage: Up to three items are permitted per traveller from Skipton to Leeds, with a limit of one large suitcase, a cabin bag, and a small personal item.
• Children: For family days out for less, benefit from free tickets for under 5s and half-price fares for 5 to 15 year-olds on Northern trains. For even more savings, add a Family & Friends Railcard to your order.
• Passenger Assist: Seek assistance from the Northern team if you need extra support with your journey, whether it’s help with boarding trains, moving luggage, or navigating  Skipton or Leeds stations.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.