The average train between Penrith and Selby takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Penrith 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 Penrith and Selby. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 9:50 PM which arrives into Selby at 8:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Penrith 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 Penrith to Selby. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Selby station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Penrith to Selby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Selby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Penrith to Selby train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Penrith and Selby is 147.3 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Selby via Preston and Leeds in around 3h 59m.