The average train between Leicester and Selby takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is an hourly train service from Leicester 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 Leicester and Selby. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Selby at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 43m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Leicester to Selby? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Selby. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Leeds station via Sheffield station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Leicester to Selby train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Selby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
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The distance between Leicester and Selby is 127.4 km. The road distance is 142 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Selby via Sheffield and Leeds in around 2h 45m.