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Skipton to Wakefield train route details

First train
05:44

Last train
22:49

Journey time
55m

Distance
29 miles

Price
MYR 32.08*
What are the next train times from Skipton to Wakefield?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Skipton to Wakefield happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
18:29 Skipton | 19:32 Wakefield Westgate | ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:59 Skipton | 19:57 Wakefield Westgate | ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:17 Skipton | 20:21 Wakefield Westgate | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:48 Skipton | 20:57 Wakefield Westgate | ![]() | Find Tickets |
20:17 Skipton | 21:26 Wakefield Westgate | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
20:29 Skipton | 21:32 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Skipton to Wakefield

Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Skipton and Wakefield on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours

Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be travelling.

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
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