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Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills
Industrial museum in nearby Leeds with working steam, textile and engineering exhibits. A strong choice for understanding West Yorkshire industry.
Cheapest price on 05 Oct
£4
Average ticket price on 05 Oct
£4
Fastest journey on 05 Oct
22 m
Average journey duration on 05 Oct
23 m
Trains on 05 Oct
2
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Selby to Garforth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Selby to Garforth will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Mon 05 Oct, we found 2 trains from Selby to Garforth, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.




Take a train from Selby to Garforth and enjoy the approximately 21 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 23:33.
Distance 21 km |
First train 5:31 |
Last train 23:33 |
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The table below shows live departures for Selby to Garforth trains for tomorrow, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:48 Selby | 0h23 | 9:11 Garforth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Industrial museum in nearby Leeds with working steam, textile and engineering exhibits. A strong choice for understanding West Yorkshire industry.
City museum with natural history, archaeology and local history collections. Good for a broad introduction to Leeds and the wider area.
Art gallery in Leeds with historic and modern works, sculpture and temporary exhibitions in a grand civic building close to the city centre.
Large country park east of Garforth with lakes, woodland and accessible paths. Popular for walks, birdwatching and family visits.
Major RSPB reserve close to Garforth with broad paths, reedbeds and a large lake. Excellent for walking, birdwatching and open landscapes.
Nature area on former colliery land with meadows, wetlands and easy trails. A quieter local favourite for walking and wildlife spotting.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy. It is a classic Sunday dinner staple across West Yorkshire.
Wensleydale cheese is a crumbly Yorkshire cow’s milk cheese, often eaten with fruit cake. It is a long-standing regional speciality.
Parkin is a sticky Yorkshire ginger cake made with oatmeal and black treacle, especially traditional around Bonfire Night.
Reliable local Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable neighbourhood atmosphere.
Popular local fish and chip shop for freshly fried fish, chips and traditional takeaway suppers.
Established pub-restaurant serving British favourites, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Moderate for the UK: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than in Leeds city centre, while local rail and bus costs stay manageable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
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East Garforth station -> Leeds Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Selby to Garforth 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 Garforth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Selby to Garforth trains use the Selby to East Garforth station pair. Use this guide to compare Selby and Garforth 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.
East Garforth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink options are available at East Garforth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at East Garforth: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at East Garforth: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, There is ramped access onto both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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