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St Albans City to Selby by train

First train

22:37

Last train

23:16

Departure station

St Albans City

Arrival station

Selby

Journey time

From 9h 16m

Distance

144 miles (231 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Travelling from St Albans City to Selby by train

Looking to travel from St Albans City to Selby by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 9 hours 25 minutes to travel from St Albans City to Selby by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 9 hours 16 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 144 miles (231 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Selby, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express to get to Selby. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from St Albans City to Selby in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from St Albans City to Selby

Want to know more about your journey from St Albans City to Selby? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How fast can trains travel from St Albans City to Selby?

The fastest time a train can travel the 144 miles (231 km) from St Albans City to Selby is 9 hours and 16 minutes.

Are there any direct trains from St Albans City to Selby?

There are no direct trains that run between St Albans City and Selby. You’ll need to make at least 3 changes along the way.

How far is the train ride from St Albans City to Selby?

The train ride from St Albans City to Selby covers a distance of around 144 miles (231 km). The quickest journeys on this route can take 9 hours and 16 minutes.

What is the best way to travel to Selby from St Albans City?

With the fastest journeys taking just 9 hours and 16 minutes, we think the best way to travel between St Albans City and Selby is to take the train! Check out our Journey Planner for times, tickets and prices, or explore the classes and onboard services available on the train.

Cheap train tickets from St Albans City to Selby

Book in advance

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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 St Albans City to Selby 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.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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