The average train between Selby and Chester takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Selby to Chester. 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 Chester. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Selby is at 10:36 PM which arrives into Chester at 7:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Selby to Chester. However, there are services departing from Selby station and arriving at Chester station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.
Selby to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Selby station.
Selby to Chester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Selby to Chester train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Selby and Chester is 137.6 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Selby to Chester via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 2m.