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Trip Summary
16 trains operate daily from Selby to London. The train trip from Selby to London is usually about 3 hours and 11 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Hull Trains train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 1 minutes.
| Distance | 162 mi (261 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 1m |
| Lowest price | £79.01 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Selby to London?
There are 4 train lines with service from Selby to London. TransPennine Express + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 7 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hull Trains | 2 | 2h 2m | £36.62 |
| Hull Trains + Connections | 4 | 3h 3m | £114.05 |
| Northern Rail + Connections | 3 | 2h 58m | £40.89 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 7 | 3h 43m | £87.45 |
Hull Trains is a prominent train operating company in the UK, offering five daily services in each direction between Hull and London and additional services to Beverley. Stops along the route include Selby, Doncaster, East Retford, Grantham, and Stevenage. Passengers can choose between standard and first-class tickets, both of which offer ample legroom and complimentary Wi-Fi. An onboard café provides a variety of food and drink options, including alcoholic beverages.
Hull Trains is a prominent train operating company in the UK, offering five daily services in each direction between Hull and London and additional services to Beverley. Stops along the route include Selby, Doncaster, East Retford, Grantham, and Stevenage. Passengers can choose between standard and first-class tickets, both of which offer ample legroom and complimentary Wi-Fi. An onboard café provides a variety of food and drink options, including alcoholic beverages.
Northern Rail + Connections train tickets from Selby to London start from £17, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Northern Rail + Connections schedules to London. Northern Rail + Connections in Selby leaves from Station Road . And in London trains arrive at London Kings Cross .
From Selby to London train travel on Northern Rail + Connections takes 2 hours and 58 minutes. If you are looking to get to London faster, Northern Rail + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 1 minutes.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Selby to London start from £28, and on average cost . Daily there are 7 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to London. TransPennine Express + Connections in Selby leaves from Station Road . And in London trains arrive at London Kings Cross and 3 other train stations.
From Selby to London train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 3 hours and 43 minutes. If you are looking to get to London faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 1 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Selby to London tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Selby at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 13:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to London. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from London to Selby.
City Information
London
One of the most important cities in the world, London is where the traditional blends seamlessly with the modern. As a vibrant modern city, London has something for everyone. For visitors interested in the Royal Family as well as their history, check out Buckingham Palace. The palace is open all days in summer, but only on selected days in winter. The Tower of London, where the crown jewels are put on exhibition, is also a great spot to check out. For fans of history, you might not want to miss out on the famous British Museum, considered by many to be the best museum in all of London. The museum currently carries an impressive collection of 8 million historic objects from all around the world, making it an eye-opening destination for many.
London’s food scene reflects its multiculturalism. Here you can find restaurants serving cuisines from various countries around the world, from India to Malaysia. If you opt for a lavish dining experience, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, run by the famous chef himself, will be a great choice. Also don’t forget to stop by at a local pub and enjoy the beer like a true Londoner.
The city’s centers of intercity rail services are King’s Cross Station and Euston Station, from which you can take a train to other places in the UK or hop on the Eurostar train to Paris and beyond. The largest coach station in the city is Victoria Coach Station, serving big local carriers like National Express. The city’s air services are fulfilled by eight airports, of which London Heathrow Airport, located west of the city, is the busiest one.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Selby?
Main departure station: Selby Station
There is one train station in Selby.
All train stations in Selby:
Selby Station
Where is the train station in London?
Main arrival station: Kings Cross Station
There are more train stations and stops in London than most cities. Most trains from Selby will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in London:
Train stations in London:
Kings Cross Station
Penge West
West Hampstead Thameslink Station
St. Pancras Bus
Catford Station
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