4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Selby to Wakefield
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Selby to Wakefield is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Selby to Wakefield will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Selby for Wakefield every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
9:351h03Selby10:38Wakefield£91One-way0 changes- 13:121h09Selby14:21Wakefield£91One-way0 changes
- 9:351h03Selby10:38Wakefield£91One-way0 changes
- 13:121h09Selby14:21Wakefield£91One-way0 changes
Live departures
Selby to Wakefield train times
The table below shows live departures for Selby to Wakefield trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 16:49 Selby | 1h02 | 17:51 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:48 Selby | 1h03 | 19:51 Wakefield | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Selby to Wakefield
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Trains from Selby to Wakefield run on average 4 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 46m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Selby to Wakefield trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Selby and Wakefield from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Selby to Wakefield train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Selby to Wakefield 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 Wakefield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Selby and Wakefield
Most Selby to Wakefield trains use the Selby to Wakefield Westgate station pair, with some services arriving at Wakefield Kirkgate. Use this guide to compare Selby and Wakefield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Selby station do trains to Wakefield leave from?
Getting to Selby from Selby city centre
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 Wakefield station do trains from Selby arrive at?
Getting to Wakefield Westgate from Wakefield city centre
Wakefield Westgate train station facilities and services
Wakefield Westgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wakefield Westgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wakefield Westgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wakefield Westgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Westgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: A small number are accessible, therefore advance notification (via station) ensures they are available when required, 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.
Getting to Wakefield Kirkgate from Wakefield city centre
Wakefield Kirkgate train station facilities and services
Wakefield Kirkgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wakefield Kirkgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wakefield Kirkgate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for mobility impaired or elderly customers as the access to the platforms is via ramped subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Getting to Sandal & Agbrigg from Wakefield city centre
Sandal & Agbrigg is 2 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
Sandal & Agbrigg train station facilities and services
Sandal & Agbrigg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sandal & Agbrigg.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sandal & Agbrigg: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Disabled passengers who cannot walk very well or are in wheelchairs will find it difficult to access the station due to the steep slope up to the station platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: No.
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