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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
£3
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
23 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Selby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Selby will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 12 trains that leave Leeds for Selby every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
C24396
C24388
W84776
L89611
W84830
C24396
C24388
W84825
W84830
W84776Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Selby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 32 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Selby trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84825 | 16:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h23 | 16:50 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G88992 · P24474 | 16:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h40 | 17:10 Selby station (SBY) | 1 change | |
L89607 | 16:55 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h33 | 17:28 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84830 | 17:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h24 | 17:51 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G88998 · P24482 | 17:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h43 | 18:13 Selby station (SBY) | 1 change | |
L89611 | 17:55 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h33 | 18:28 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84837 | 18:27 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h23 | 18:50 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89003 · P24488 | 18:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h43 | 19:13 Selby station (SBY) | 1 change | |
L89616 | 18:55 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h32 | 19:27 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Leeds to Selby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 23m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:50 |
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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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Selby trains use the Leeds to Selby station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Selby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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