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Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Selby takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading 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.

4h 37m
Duration
205 mi
Distance
£102
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Reading to Selby train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Reading and Selby. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reading is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Selby at 10:24 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 25m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains3h 39m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 1m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 1m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 7m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryHull Trains3h 37m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 1m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains3h 37m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 30m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 1m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 33m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 1m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 24m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryHull Trains4h 22m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading 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 Reading to Selby.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 204.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 37m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Doncaster every 3 hours. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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