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Outbound fromSelby to Bournemouth by train
It takes an average of 7h 45m to travel from Selby to Bournemouth by train, over a distance of around 214 miles (344 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Selby to Bournemouth and tickets for this journey start from £94.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:35 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:54 | |
| Departure station | Selby | |
| Arrival station | Bournemouth | |
| Journey time | From 6h 36m | |
| Distance | 214 miles (344 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £94.50 | |
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How to travel from Selby to Bournemouth by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Selby to Bournemouth? Look no further.
You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Selby and Bournemouth, which usually take 7 hours 45 minutes to complete the 214 miles (344 km) journey. It can take as little as 6 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bournemouth by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Selby to Bournemouth start from £94.50 when you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.
Keen to book your train tickets to Bournemouth? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.
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Cheap train tickets from Selby to Bournemouth
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Selby to Bournemouth is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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