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National Railway Museum
Major York museum on rail history within easy reach of Selby. Ideal for visitors wanting a substantial transport collection nearby.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$46
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$71
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 2 m
Trains on Sep 18
26
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Selby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Selby will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 26 trains from London to Selby, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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W04530Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Selby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a flight costs an average of $345.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$85 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $345 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London to Selby:
A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Selby costing on average $85.
A bus is $315 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Selby costing on average $345.
Other travel options to Selby take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 20m.
Bus takes on average 5h 47m.
The journey is about 1h 43m faster (2h 20m by train vs 4h 3m by car) and roughly $0.66 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($85 vs $86). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Selby trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 9:18 AM London | 2h01 | 11:19 AM Selby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:04 PM London | 2h01 | 8:05 PM Selby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:04 PM London | 2h01 | 9:05 PM Selby | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:18 PM London | 2h07 | 10:25 PM Selby | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from London to Selby run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 but you can travel from only $18 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Selby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Selby trip today.
Major York museum on rail history within easy reach of Selby. Ideal for visitors wanting a substantial transport collection nearby.
Important museum in Leeds with global collections and a notable armoury. A strong choice for a wider cultural trip from Selby.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Selby's monastic, river, railway, and civic past. The best museum stop for understanding the town.
Central shopping and historic street beside the abbey. Good for browsing Selby's core and appreciating the old town atmosphere.
Riverside route with scenic views of the Ouse, boats, and bridges. A relaxing walk that shows Selby's historic relationship with the river.
Town-centre square and market area with strong civic character. Best for seeing everyday Selby and the layout around the abbey precinct.
A crumbly Yorkshire cheese from nearby Wensleydale, often eaten with fruitcake. It is a classic regional pairing across North Yorkshire.
Yorkshire’s famous batter pudding, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy. It is one of the region’s most iconic comfort foods.
A fruit loaf spiced with tea and dried fruit, long associated with Yorkshire baking. It is commonly served sliced with cheese or butter.
Popular Indian restaurant in Selby serving curries, tandoori dishes, and takeaway favourites in a relaxed town-centre setting.
Established riverside pub and restaurant known for British classics, Sunday roasts, and a traditional atmosphere near the Abbey.
Well-known casual restaurant and bar offering pizzas, burgers, grills, and drinks in a modern social atmosphere.
More affordable than larger UK tourist cities. Hotels, dining, and local transport are usually moderate, with pubs and cafes offering good value for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares if helpful. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Selby Railway Station -> Selby Abbey, Selby
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Selby by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Selby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Selby trains use the London Kings Cross to Selby station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Selby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Selby has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Selby.
Wi-Fi is available at Selby.
Ticket office support is available at Selby.
Available at Selby: Parking.
Available at Selby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Selby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is available throughout the station, however customers should note that access to platforms 2 and 3 is via a barrow crossing which is reliant upon staff assistance, and cannot be accessed outside of staffed hours. This station is Partialially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:15 - 19:00 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train as it may take time to cross the station between train movements. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to platform 2 or 3 when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: On request, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located on Platform 1, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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