- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
kr358
Average ticket price on Sep 18
kr534
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 18
17
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Selby to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Selby to London will cost around kr534 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr358.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 17 trains from Selby to London, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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.
W04503
C24399+
C02172
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G08175
G15923+
C02147
G15930+
C02140
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G08250
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Y14826Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Selby to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr227 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr227, while a flight costs an average of kr4266.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr827 Average price | kr4266 Average price | kr227 Average price Cheapest | kr1053 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Selby to London:
A bus is kr600 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Selby to London costing on average kr827.
A bus is kr4039 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Selby to London costing on average kr4266.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 27m.
Bus takes on average 5h 59m.
The journey is about 1h 25m faster (2h 27m by train vs 3h 52m by car) and roughly kr226 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr827 vs kr1053). 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 Selby to London trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W00035 | 6:49 AM Selby station (SBY) | 1h58 | 8:47 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G08170+ P24523 | 6:57 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h53 | 9:50 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G07955 | 7:37 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h15 | 9:52 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G07964+ L89537 | 7:53 AM Selby station (SBY) | 3h00 | 10:53 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02042+ P24540 | 7:59 AM Selby station (SBY) | 3h03 | 11:02 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08175+ P24400 | 8:24 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h46 | 11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W04503 | 9:11 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h06 | 11:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y14809+ P24577 | 9:29 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h38 | 12:07 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02172+ C24399 | Delayed 9:10 AM 9:35 AMSelby station (SBY) | 2h47 | 12:22 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G07977+ L89551 | On time 9:48 AM Selby station (SBY) | 3h06 | 12:54 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G08186+ P24419 | On time 10:23 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h47 | 1:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
W04507 | 11:11 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h06 | 1:17 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80049+ P24426 | 11:29 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h42 | 2:11 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02140+ G15930 | 11:36 AM Selby station (SBY) | 2h47 | 2:23 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G07989+ L89575 | On time 11:48 AM Selby station (SBY) | 3h05 | 2:53 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Selby to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr398 but you can travel from only kr167 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price kr398 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Waterloo -> Westminster Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Selby to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Selby to London trains use the Selby to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Selby and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
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