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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
£23
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
10
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Selby will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 10 trains that leave London for Selby every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
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.
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P24606Omio 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 coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 261 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for London 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 |
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G80114 | On time 18:09 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h59 | 20:08 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
W00044 | On time 19:04 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h01 | 21:05 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
C02105+ P24513 | On time 19:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h38 | 22:11 Selby station (SBY) | 1 change | |
G08276 | On time 20:18 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h07 | 22:25 Selby station (SBY) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01982+ P24517 | On time 20:33 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h45 | 23:18 Selby station (SBY) | 1 change | |
G80166+ P24604 | On time 21:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h41 | 23:44 Selby station (SBY) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
C02083+ W84790 | 7:39 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 3h10 | 10:49 Selby station (SBY) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from London to Selby run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 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 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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