Birmingham to Selby by train

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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Selby

Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham to Selby, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:58 View journey
Last train 22:31 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 8m View journey
Distance (km) 155
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey €92.42 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 41m
Train operators 8

Travelling by train from Birmingham to Selby

Ready to travel from Birmingham to Selby by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Birmingham to Selby

Getting from Birmingham to Selby by rail typically costs €92.42, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Birmingham to Selby train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Birmingham to Selby is at 06:00 and the last is at 22:30. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:58 and the last one is at 22:31. You can expect 22 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 31 minutes.

Average train travel time from Birmingham to Selby

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 8 minutes, travelling a total distance of 155 kilometres.

Booking horizon for travel between Birmingham and Selby

Tickets for travel between Birmingham and Selby can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Birmingham to Selby

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Selby city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham to Selby

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

The trip from Birmingham to Selby covers a distance of 155 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.