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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wakefield to Selby
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wakefield to Selby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wakefield to Selby will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wakefield for Selby 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 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
10:201h11Wakefield11:31Selby£61One-way0 changes
9:561h07Wakefield11:03Selby£91One-way0 changes
- 9:561h07Wakefield11:03Selby£91One-way0 changes
- 10:201h11Wakefield11:31Selby£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wakefield to Selby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wakefield to Selby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 30 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wakefield to Selby train times
The table below shows live departures for Wakefield to Selby 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 |
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| 18:55 Wakefield | 0h54 | 19:49 Selby | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Wakefield to Selby by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Wakefield to Selby.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wakefield to Selby
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Wakefield to Selby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 53m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:03 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Wakefield to Selby trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Wakefield and Selby from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wakefield to Selby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wakefield to Selby 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 Selby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Wakefield and Selby
Most Wakefield to Selby trains use the Wakefield Westgate to Selby station pair. Use this guide to compare Wakefield and Selby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wakefield station do trains to Selby leave from?
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 Outwood from Wakefield city centre
Outwood is 3 km from Wakefield city centre. Public transport options include:
Outwood train station facilities and services
Outwood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Outwood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Outwood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Outwood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station,, 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.
Which Selby station do trains from Wakefield arrive at?
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.
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