What is the cheapest way to get from Selby to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Selby to Reading is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Selby to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Selby to Reading is to train via London which takes 2h 56m and costs £50 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Selby and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Selby to Reading. However, there are services departing from Selby and arriving at Reading via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Selby to Reading?

The distance between Selby and Reading is 213 miles. The road distance is 190.5 miles.

How do I travel from Selby to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Selby to Reading without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 56m and costs £50 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Selby to Reading?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Selby to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Selby to Reading train from?

Selby to Reading train services, operated by Hull Trains, depart from Selby station.

Where does the Selby to Reading train arrive?

Selby to Reading train services, operated by Hull Trains, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Selby to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Selby to Reading is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Selby to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Selby to Reading?

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Selby to Reading - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Selby to Reading by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Selby to King's Crosstrain Hull - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2h 56m
£51–138
Drive 189.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Selby to Readingcar 189.4 mi
3h 33m
£48–69
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 27m
£88–314
Train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
4h 23m
£84–141
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
5h 7m
£90–367
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
5h 40m
£109–246

Selby to Reading by train and subway

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Distance: 212 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Selby, England and Reading, England?

You can take a train from Selby to Reading via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 2h 56m.

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