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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Selby
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
71 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Selby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Selby will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Lincoln for Selby every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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.
07:353h37
Lincoln11:12Selby
£251One-way
0 changes
07:353h37
Lincoln11:12Selby
£251One-way
0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Selby
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Trains from Lincoln to Selby run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 3h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 21:05 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Lincoln to Selby trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Lincoln and Selby from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 11m
Cheapest Price
£30
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Lincoln to Selby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.
The train journey from Lincoln to Selby offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque countryside of Lincolnshire and stretches of charming rural landscapes.
For a relaxed visit to Selby, 1 to 2 days is generally sufficient to explore the town, including its historic Selby Abbey and charming market area.
The train distance from Lincoln to Selby is 71 km.
A day trip from Lincoln to Selby is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 0m, and trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 71 km.
The train journey from Lincoln to Selby covers a distance of 71 km and takes approximately 3h 0m. Trains run 4 per day.
Booking trains from Lincoln to Selby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Lincoln to Selby leaves at 5:13.
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln to Selby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The last train from Lincoln to Selby departs at 21:05.
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Selby is by train, costing approximately £20.
Trains from Lincoln to Selby run approximately 4 times per day.
The train station in Lincoln that goes to Selby is Lincoln Central (LCN), and it arrives at Selby station (SBY).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln to Selby.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lincoln to Selby.
There is no night train service from Lincoln to Selby.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln to Selby.
To travel from Lincoln to Selby, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Selby
Lincoln
Selby
The major train station for departures in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your trip from Lincoln to Selby.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Selby is Selby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Selby for your journey to Selby from Lincoln.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:45 Saturday 06:00 - 19:45 Sunday 09:15 - 19:00 Self service ticket machine also available on Platform 1
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside the station entrance and also on Platform 1.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Selby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From outside station entrance
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