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Aire Valley

Information for students travelling to Skipton from the Aire Valley.

Leeds/Bradford Forster Square - Frizinghall - Shipley - Saltaire - Bingley - Crossflatts - Keighley - Steeton & Silsden - Cononley to Skipton

West Yorkshire local rail services between Leeds/Bradford Forster Square and Skipton are operated by Northern on behalf of Metro (frequency every 30 minutes).
You will receive a 25% discount on the train fare in to Skipton on production of your Craven College ID Card. This is available to everyone irrespective of age and applies to the Airedale and Wharfedale lines.

For further information please contact www.wymetro.com

Student SuperSaver - Transdev Harrogate & District and Keighley & District

(Not valid for journeys wholly within West Yorkshire)

SuperSavers may be purchased by anyone aged 16-18 who are in full-time education. SuperSavers are valid for an academic year until the 15 September or until the day before your 19th birthday.

All you need is:

Applications from 16-18 year olds must have been stamped by the college. This will entitle you to purchase single and return tickets at 1/2 the adult fare.

Contact Student Services on 01756 708 008 or contact 01423 566 061

Scholars Photocard

For travel anywhere in West Yorkshire at any time of day, including evenings and weekends (excluding NightRider, X84 bus service from Ilkley to Skipton, and special event services).

A Scholar’s PhotoCard is for 16-18 year olds in full-time education. It lets you:


How much does it cost?
There is a £2 administration fee when you get your PhotoCard.

How to get your PhotoCard
You will need to apply in person and take with you:


Where to get it
Metro Travel Centres, Metro Bus Stations or any Post Office in West Yorkshire.