The average train between Chester and Selby takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Selby. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Chester and Selby. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Selby at 6:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Selby. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Selby station via Newton-le-Willows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Chester to Selby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Selby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Selby station.
Book your Chester to Selby train tickets online with Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Chester and Selby is 137.6 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Selby via Newton-le-Willows in around 2h 57m.