- Must visit
Wilberforce House Museum
Museum in Wilberforce’s birthplace exploring transatlantic slavery, resistance and abolition. Essential for understanding Hull’s role in this history.
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Selby to Kingston upon Hull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Selby to Kingston upon Hull will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Selby for Kingston upon Hull 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 48 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Selby to Kingston upon Hull among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 48 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Selby to Kingston upon Hull 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C32957 | 8:02 Selby station (SBY) | 0h50 | 8:52 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89536 | 8:27 Selby station (SBY) | 0h32 | 8:59 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84776 | 8:50 Selby station (SBY) | 0h35 | 9:25 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24429 | 9:13 Selby station (SBY) | 0h41 | 9:54 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
W04520 | 9:21 Selby station (SBY) | 0h36 | 9:57 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89539 | 9:28 Selby station (SBY) | 0h34 | 10:02 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84790 | 10:49 Selby station (SBY) | 0h36 | 11:25 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24590 | 11:11 Selby station (SBY) | 0h39 | 11:50 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
W04522 | 11:19 Selby station (SBY) | 0h35 | 11:54 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89553 | 11:27 Selby station (SBY) | 0h33 | 12:00 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84795 | 11:50 Selby station (SBY) | 0h35 | 12:25 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24446 | 12:10 Selby station (SBY) | 0h39 | 12:49 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89567 | 12:27 Selby station (SBY) | 0h33 | 13:00 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84800 | 12:49 Selby station (SBY) | 0h39 | 13:28 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24597 | 13:09 Selby station (SBY) | 0h40 | 13:49 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89578 | 13:28 Selby station (SBY) | 0h33 | 14:01 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
W84807 | 13:50 Selby station (SBY) | 0h35 | 14:25 Hull (HUL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Selby to Kingston upon Hull run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 35m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Kingston upon Hull — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kingston upon Hull trip today.
Museum in Wilberforce’s birthplace exploring transatlantic slavery, resistance and abolition. Essential for understanding Hull’s role in this history.
Streetlife presents transport history with vintage vehicles, cycles and recreated street scenes. A lively family-friendly museum in the old town.
Art gallery with paintings, sculpture and temporary exhibitions in a grand civic building. A strong choice for fine art and modern displays.
Historic heart of Hull with cobbled lanes, pubs, museums and churches. Best area for walking, architecture and a feel for the city’s past.
Marina district with waterside walks, boats and regenerated dock buildings. Popular for an easy stroll and attractive views near the centre.
Central gardens beside the Ferens and civic buildings, often used for events and public art. Handy for a pause between museums and shopping streets.
A classic Hull chip-shop dish: fish patties made from sliced potato with a layer of fish, battered and fried. It is a long-standing local favourite.
A larger version of the pattie, typically two patties sandwiched together, battered and fried. It is especially associated with Hull and East Yorkshire takeaways.
A savoury breadcake filled with seasoned pork, herbs and onion. It is a traditional East Yorkshire bakery item still found around Hull.
Smart restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in an intimate setting within the old town area.
Popular independent venue for seasonal small plates, cocktails and relaxed dining in Hull’s Fruit Market district.
Well-known traditional fish and chip shop, a good place to try Hull-style chip-shop favourites in a casual setting.
Kingston upon Hull is generally cheaper than larger UK cities. Hotels, casual dining and local transport are usually good value for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Selby to Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Selby to Kingston upon Hull trains use the Selby to Hull station pair. Use this guide to compare Selby and Kingston upon Hull 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.
Hull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hull.
Wi-Fi is available at Hull. ATMs are available at Hull.
Ticket office support is available at Hull.
Available at Hull: Parking, WC.
Available at Hull: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. 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. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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