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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontefract and Selby takes 1h 38m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontefract 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.

1h 38m
Duration
39 mi
Distance
£15
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Pontefract to Selby train times

Trains run hourly between Pontefract and Selby. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontefract is at 9:19 PM which arrives into Selby at 10:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 41m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 21m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 39m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontefract 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.

Map of how to get from Pontefract to Selby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 39.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Pontefract Tanshelf to Selby via Leeds in around 1h 18m.

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