Glasgow to Selby by train

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Overview: trains from Glasgow to Selby

Find the key information for travelling by train from Glasgow 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 04:22 View journey
Last train 23:30 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 7m View journey
Distance (km) 308
Trains / day 12 View all
Cheapest journey €51.75 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 20m
Train operators 8

Glasgow to Selby by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Glasgow to Selby? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 308 kilometres.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Glasgow and Selby

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €51.75, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train schedule for travel between Glasgow and Selby

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 12 trains make this journey of 308 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Glasgow is at 04:22 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:13.

During the weekend, 06:00 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:30 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 2 hours and 5 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Glasgow to Selby?

On this route spanning 308 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 4 hours and 7 minutes.

Booking time frame: Glasgow to Selby trains

Tickets for travel to Selby along this route are available for purchase 3 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn more about train travel from Glasgow to Selby

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Selby city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Glasgow to Selby

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

The train route from Glasgow to Selby covers 308 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.