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Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
22 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
26 m
Trains on 23 Sept
11
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Selby to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Selby to Leeds will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 11 trains from Selby to Leeds, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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.
L89529
P24523 · G88958
G15928
C24392
C24677
C24392
C24677
G15928
G15926
L89537Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Selby to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 32 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 14m faster (31m by train vs 45m by car) and roughly £0.04 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£7 vs £7). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Selby to Leeds trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24429 | On time 19:37 Selby station (SBY) | 0h22 | 19:59 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89630 | On time 19:50 Selby station (SBY) | 0h34 | 20:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C24435 | On time 20:36 Selby station (SBY) | 0h25 | 21:01 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89645 | On time 20:48 Selby station (SBY) | 0h36 | 21:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16353 | On time 21:35 Selby station (SBY) | 0h36 | 22:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89660 | On time 21:48 Selby station (SBY) | 0h36 | 22:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
C24677 | 5:39 Selby station (SBY) | 0h23 | 6:02 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89529 | 5:47 Selby station (SBY) | 0h37 | 6:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15928 | 6:35 Selby station (SBY) | 0h24 | 6:59 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89535 | 6:45 Selby station (SBY) | 0h39 | 7:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24523 · G88958 | 6:57 Selby station (SBY) | 0h52 | 7:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
L89726 | 7:19 Selby station (SBY) | 0h36 | 7:55 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15926 | 7:30 Selby station (SBY) | 0h27 | 7:57 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89537 | 7:53 Selby station (SBY) | 0h32 | 8:25 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C32690 | 8:17 Selby station (SBY) | 0h35 | 8:52 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
C24392 | 8:36 Selby station (SBY) | 0h22 | 8:58 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
L89542 | 8:48 Selby station (SBY) | 0h36 | 9:24 Leeds station (LDS) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Selby to Leeds run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 22m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:50 |
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Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
A major city museum with natural history, archaeology and local history displays suitable for all ages.
A large industrial museum in a former mill, covering textiles, engineering and Leeds’s manufacturing heritage.
A grand pedestrianised square framed by major buildings, often hosting events, markets and seasonal installations.
A lively regenerated waterfront with canalside walks, converted warehouses, public art and independent venues.
A handsome Victorian shopping arcade with mosaics and period detail, ideal for architecture and boutique browsing.
A Leeds speciality of white fish baked in cream and topped with mashed potato. It is tied to Victorian cookery in the city and wider West Yorkshire.
Classic Yorkshire pudding served as a savoury starter with onion gravy. It is a defining county dish commonly eaten in Leeds pubs and Sunday roasts.
Slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A hearty northern pub dish long associated with Yorkshire cooking.
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, welcoming room. Well suited to Leeds' strong South Asian food scene.
Refined British tasting menus in an intimate, modern dining room. A strong choice for seasonal Yorkshire produce and a special-occasion meal.
Lively city-centre restaurant known for dry-aged steaks, burgers and cocktails. Stylish but relaxed, suited to a polished casual dinner.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Selby to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Selby to Leeds trains use the Selby to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Selby and Leeds 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.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bramley (West Yorks) is 6 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Bramley (West Yorks) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bramley (West Yorks): Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bramley (West Yorks): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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