The average train between Selby and Whitby takes 6h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Selby to Whitby. 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 4 hours between Selby and Whitby. The earliest departure is at 7:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Selby is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Whitby at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 6h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Selby to Whitby? 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 Whitby. However, there are services departing from Selby station and arriving at Whitby station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.
Selby to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from York station.
Selby to Whitby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitby station.
Book your Selby to Whitby train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Selby and Whitby is 83.6 km. The road distance is 163 km.
You can take a train from Selby to Whitby via York and Middlesbrough in around 4h 32m.