Selby to Alfreton by train
| First train | 04:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:36 | |
| Departure station | Selby | |
| Arrival station | Alfreton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 34m | |
| Distance | 49 miles (79 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Hull Trains, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Selby to Alfreton in 1 hour 34 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Selby to Alfreton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 24 minutes to travel the 49 miles (79 km) from Selby to Alfreton by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to Alfreton. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Selby to Alfreton in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Alfreton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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