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Streetlife Museum
Museum in nearby Hull exploring local transport history with vintage cars, bicycles and interactive displays.
Trains from Selby to Cottingham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 38m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 22:44 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Museum in nearby Hull exploring local transport history with vintage cars, bicycles and interactive displays.
Extensive museum of East Yorkshire life, archaeology and art in a grand building in Hull's museum quarter.
Art gallery in Hull with British paintings, changing exhibitions and a calm city-centre cultural setting.
Popular village green at the heart of Cottingham, used for events, markets and an easy stroll among local landmarks.
Leafy landscaped park in nearby Hull with a lake, aviary, conservatory and wide paths for relaxed walks.
Waterside path and nature area in west Hull, good for birdwatching and quiet walking close to Cottingham.
A savoury pie of minced pork in jelly with hot-water crust pastry. Strongly linked to nearby Hull and East Yorkshire as a classic local snack.
Smoked haddock in a creamy parsley sauce, often served with poached eggs or bread. A traditional Yorkshire fish dish popular across East Yorkshire.
Yorkshire pudding served as a savoury side with roast beef and gravy. A defining Yorkshire staple with deep regional pride.
Smart village restaurant serving modern British food and seafood in a relaxed, polished setting popular for lunches and dinners.
Well-known local coffee house and eatery with brunches, light lunches and cakes in a bright, informal setting.
Traditional pub with cask ales and hearty British dishes. A friendly, classic spot for pies, roasts and casual meals.
Moderate for England. Hotels can be cheaper than in major cities, while dining and local buses are fairly standard for the region.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafés.
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Cottingham Station -> Hull Paragon Interchange, Hull
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Selby to Cottingham 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 Cottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Selby to Cottingham trains use the Selby to Cottingham station pair. Use this guide to compare Selby and Cottingham 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.
Cottingham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Subway
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cottingham: Parking.
Available at Cottingham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cottingham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access to platform 2 (Scarborough). There is a stepped footbridge at this station to platform 1 (Hull). Access can be achieved over a barrow crossing but it is not suitable for wheelchairs, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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