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Selby Museum
Local museum covering Selby’s abbey, river trade, railways and daily life. A practical introduction to the town with compact displays and community exhibits.
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford to Selby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Selby will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 16 trains that leave Bradford for Selby every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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.










The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Selby trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 7:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 Bradford | 0h56 | 8:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:31 Bradford | 0h56 | 9:27 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 10:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 11:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 12:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:31 Bradford | 0h56 | 13:27 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 14:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 15:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 16:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:31 Bradford | 0h56 | 17:27 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:31 Bradford | 0h56 | 18:27 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:31 Bradford | 0h56 | 19:27 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 20:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:31 Bradford | 0h55 | 21:26 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:31 Bradford | 0h57 | 22:28 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bradford to Selby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 56m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 22:54 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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.
Local museum covering Selby’s abbey, river trade, railways and daily life. A practical introduction to the town with compact displays and community exhibits.
Volunteer-run railway museum at the station with signalling, artefacts and model displays. Ideal for visitors interested in Selby’s rail connections and industry.
Gallery and exhibition space inside a restored church, presenting changing shows, crafts and local creative work in an atmospheric historic setting.
Central green space beside the abbey and river, good for a short break, local events and views of Selby’s most important historic buildings.
Pleasant waterside route along the Ouse with bridges, boats and town views. It is one of the best ways to experience Selby’s river setting on foot.
Traditional shopping street lined with historic façades and everyday local businesses. Useful for seeing the town’s commercial character beyond the main landmarks.
A rich fruit loaf from Yorkshire, traditionally served sliced with Wensleydale cheese. It is a classic regional tea-time treat with a sweet-savoury contrast.
A sticky ginger cake made with oatmeal, treacle and syrup, long linked with Yorkshire fairs and Bonfire Night traditions.
A famous Yorkshire pudding meal: a large baked batter filled with sausages and onion gravy. A pub staple across North Yorkshire.
Casual restaurant and takeaway popular for Turkish and Mediterranean grills, kebabs and generous mixed platters.
Established Indian restaurant known locally for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in an informal town-centre setting.
Traditional pub in Selby serving British classics, cask ales and hearty roasts in a relaxed historic setting.
Moderate for the UK. Dining and local travel are reasonable, while hotels can rise on busy weekends and during nearby York events.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford 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 Bradford to Selby trains use the Bradford Interchange to Selby station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Selby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.
ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.
ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.
Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.
Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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