The average train between Selby and Cardiff takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Selby to Cardiff. 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 Selby and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Selby is at 7:36 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 12:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Selby to Cardiff? 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 Selby to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Selby station and arriving at Cardiff station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Selby to Cardiff train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.
Selby to Cardiff train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Selby to Cardiff train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Selby and Cardiff is 293.1 km. The road distance is 390 km.
You can take a train from Selby to Cardiff Central via Leeds and Cheltenham Spa in around 5h 17m.