The average train between Exeter and Selby takes 5h 54m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter 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 every 2 hours between Exeter and Selby. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 6:27 PM which arrives into Selby at 5:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Selby. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Selby station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.
Exeter to Selby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Selby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.
Book your Exeter to Selby train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Exeter and Selby is 379.2 km. The road distance is 479 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Leeds every 2 hours. Tickets cost £140–210 and the journey takes 4h 34m.