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Outbound fromSelby to Kirkcaldy by train
It takes an average of 5h 24m to travel from Selby to Kirkcaldy by train, over a distance of around 181 miles (292 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Selby to Kirkcaldy and tickets for this journey start from £83.70 when you book in advance.
Travelling from Selby to Kirkcaldy by train
Looking to travel from Selby to Kirkcaldy by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 24 minutes to travel from Selby to Kirkcaldy by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 48 minutes though. You'll usually find 11 trains per day running along the 181 miles (292 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Kirkcaldy, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or ScotRail to get to Kirkcaldy. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Selby to Kirkcaldy in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £83.70.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Cheap train tickets from Selby to Kirkcaldy
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Selby to Kirkcaldy is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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