How to get from Pontefract to Selby by train?

From Pontefract to Selby by train

To get from Pontefract to Selby in Selby, take the NORTHERN train from Pontefract Tanshelf station to Leeds station. Next, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Leeds station to Selby station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is £18.50.

87min£18.50
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Leaves from Pontefract Tanshelf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    1.86 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    38 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Hull
  • 5
    Ride to train station Selby
    Ride to train station
    Selby
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Pontefract to Selby by train via NORTHERN, NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Pontefract to Selby in Selby, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NORTHERN train from Pontefract Tanshelf station to Leeds station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Church Fenton station to Selby station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The ride fare is £13.50.

115min£13.50
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Pontefract Tanshelf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    1.86 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    38 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Church Fenton
    16 min
  • 6
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Bridlington
  • 7
    Ride to train station Selby
    Ride to train station
    Selby
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Pontefract to Selby

The distance between Pontefract, Selby and Selby, Selby is approximately 65.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Pontefract to Selby by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Selby – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Pontefract

Pontefract is located at Pontefract, Selby and the nearest public transport station is Lyon Rd Sides Road.

Train stations close to Pontefract:

  • Pontefract Monkhill

Bus stations close to Pontefract:

  • Lyon Rd Sides Road
  • Carleton Park Road Lyon Rd
  • Hardwick Rd Lyon Road

Public transport stations close to Selby, Selby

Selby is located at Selby, Selby and the nearest public transport station is Audus Street.

Train stations close to Selby:

  • Selby

Bus stations close to Selby:

  • Audus Street
  • River Street
  • John Street

Related Routes

Alternative route from Pontefract to Selby by train via NORTHERN, NORTHERN and NORTHERN

To get from Pontefract to Selby in Selby, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NORTHERN train from Pontefract Tanshelf station to Leeds station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Church Fenton station to Selby station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The ride fare is £13.50.

115min£13.50
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Leaves from Pontefract Tanshelf

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Pontefract Tanshelf
    1.86 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Leeds
    38 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Church Fenton
    16 min
  • 6
    Train - NORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Bridlington
  • 7
    Ride to train station Selby
    Ride to train station
    Selby
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Pontefract to Selby?

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Pontefract to Selby?

    The alternative route takes 115 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Pontefract and Selby?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Pontefract to Selby?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Pontefract Tanshelf station near Pontefract in Yorkshire to Leeds station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Leeds station near Selby in Selby.

  • How long does it take to travel from Pontefract to Selby by train?

    The total travel time between Pontefract in Yorkshire and Selby in Selby by train is about 1 hr 27 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Pontefract to get to Selby?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Pontefract Tanshelf station near Pontefract in Yorkshire.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Pontefract and Selby?

    Get off the train at the Leeds station, which is closest to Selby in Selby.

  • How much is the train fare from Pontefract to Selby?

    The ride from Pontefract to Selby costs £18.50.