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Howden Heritage Centre
Volunteer-run local museum covering Howden’s past, including trade, buildings and community life in a compact historic setting.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Selby to Howden
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £2
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £2
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 9 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 10 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 3
- Distance
- 14 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Selby to Howden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Selby to Howden will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Fast trains
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 trains from Selby to Howden, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 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.
8:13 0h10 Selby 8:23 Howden £2 1 One-way 0 changes12:09 0h09 Selby 12:18 Howden £2 1 One-way 0 changes14:07 0h10 Selby 14:17 Howden £3 1 One-way 0 changes
12:09 0h09 Selby 12:18 Howden £2 1 One-way 0 changes14:07 0h10 Selby 14:17 Howden £3 1 One-way 0 changes8:13 0h10 Selby 8:23 Howden £2 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Selby to Howden
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Take a train from Selby to Howden and enjoy the approximately 14 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 22:54.
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 14 km |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 22:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Selby to Howden trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Selby to Howden.
The train distance from Selby to Howden is 14 km.
The first train from Selby to Howden leaves at 5:24.
The last train from Selby to Howden departs at 22:54.
Complete guide to Howden
Things to do in Howden
Discover the best of Howden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Howden trip today.
- Recommended
Goole Museum
Museum in nearby Goole with social and maritime history displays, useful for understanding the wider area around Howden.
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Hull and East Riding Museum
A regional museum in Hull with art, archaeology and local history collections, suitable for a broader museum day trip from Howden.
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Market Place
Howden’s central square with historic buildings and regular market activity, forming the main focal point for exploring the town on foot.
- Recommended
Market Weighton Canal Towpath
Traffic-free towpath walks along the Market Weighton Canal offer waterside scenery, wildlife watching and an easy local stroll.
The Ashes Playing Field
A pleasant green space beside the Minster and town centre, good for a quiet pause and views of Howden’s historic skyline.
Yorkshire Pudding
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding served with roast meat and gravy, a defining Sunday dinner staple across East Yorkshire and the wider county.
- Vegetarian
Parkin
Parkin is a dark ginger cake made with oatmeal and treacle, long linked with Yorkshire autumn traditions and Bonfire Night.
- Gluten-free
Wensleydale Cheese
Wensleydale cheese is a crumbly Yorkshire cheese, often eaten with fruit cake or chutney and strongly associated with the county’s dairy heritage.
Kitchen
Casual café and restaurant known locally for breakfasts, lunches, cakes and coffee in a friendly town-centre atmosphere.
Shapla
Established Indian restaurant offering popular curries and grilled dishes in a comfortable, informal setting.
The Bowmans Hotel
Traditional pub in central Howden serving classic British meals and drinks in a relaxed, historic setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Howden is moderate for the UK. Dining and cafés are fairly typical for a small English market town, while accommodation and local transport are often cheaper than in major cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food, bakery items, or a pub lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant or pub meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés and pubs may have tip jars, but tipping is optional.
East Yorkshire Buses
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Howden Station -> Hull Paragon Interchange
- Distance
- 0 km
- Travel time
- 24 min
Best option: Northern train to Hull Paragon Interchange
- Price
- £3.00
- Duration
- 24 min
- East Yorkshire buses support contactless Tap On, Tap Off, which automatically works out the best fare for bus travel.
- Howden Station is outside the town centre; local bus J36 links the station with Howden War Memorial on Mondays to Saturdays.
FAQs: Selby to Howden train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Selby to Howden 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 Howden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Selby to Howden in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Selby to Howden.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Selby and Howden
Most Selby to Howden trains use the Selby to Howden station pair. Use this guide to compare Selby and Howden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Selby
Arrival train stations in Howden
Which Selby station do trains to Howden leave from?
Trains from Selby to Howden leave from Selby. The station is from Selby city centre at Selby station, Station Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4NW.
SelbySelby station, Station Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4NW+44 1895262122
City-centre transport
Getting to Selby from Selby city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesFrom outside station entrance
Selby 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
Food and drink options are available at Selby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Selby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selby: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Selby: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Howden station do trains from Selby arrive at?
Trains from Selby to Howden arrive at Howden. Howden is 3 km from Howden city centre.
HowdenGoole DN14 7LF, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Howden from Howden city centre
Howden is 2 km from Howden city centre. Public transport options include:
BusJ36 · 5m · every ~4 min
Howden train station facilities and services
Howden has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Howden.
Train stations for Selby to Howden
Check train stations information for Selby and Howden, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Selby that goes to Howden is Selby, and it arrives at Howden.
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