Do you need to pre order train tickets?

You should always make sure that you hold a valid ticket before you board the train. Anytime and Off-Peak can be bought up to 12 months* in advance or on the day of travel. Advance tickets are available up to 10 minutes before departure on many long distance routes.

Where do transpennine trains run?

TPE trains run between York, Leeds and Manchester Airport at least every three hours every night of the week. The franchise operates across the West Coast Main Line, Huddersfield Line, East Coast Main Line and part of the Tees Valley line.

How early should I get to the train station UK?

I would suggest 15-30 minutes before departure. Of course you will see people running to catch the train at the very last moment.

Do you have to wear a mask on the train UK?

“For everyone’s safety and wellbeing, we’d encourage all passengers to be considerate of one another and wear a face covering, unless exempt.” Passengers on buses, trains and trams who don’t wear a mask could now be barred from services and slapped with a fine up to £6,400.

What route does the Transpennine Express take?

TransPennine Express (TPE) is operated by FirstGroup PLC. Services between: • Manchester Airport and Cleethorpes via Manchester Piccadilly, Stockport, Sheffield, Doncaster, Scunthorpe and Grimsby Town.

How fast do transpennine trains go?

125 mph
The trains, able to run in either five or ten carriage formation, are capable of speeds of up to 140mph in electric mode and 125 mph using diesel engines.

When can you start boarding train?

Plan to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before your train is scheduled to depart (Auto Train passengers should arrive at the station at least two hours prior to departure).

How long should you arrive before train?

We recommend arriving a minimum of 30-45 minutes before the train is scheduled to roll out. But if you’re new to the station, plan to check baggage or want to grab a magazine before your trip, earlier is better.

Can I use my senior railcard anytime?

When can I use my Railcard? Your Senior Railcard gets you 1/3 off Standard and First Class Anytime, Off-Peak and Advance fares. And because there’s no limit to the number of times you can use your Railcard, the potential for adventure is huge.

Do old age pensioners get free train travel?

Pensioners-only free train travel If you are a NSW pensioner, you can use your four free one-way travel entitlements on NSW TrainLink Economy services within NSW without paying a booking fee. A 15\% booking fee (min. $10) applies if you upgrade to First Class.

Can you drink on the train?

The alcohol ban came into effect on the Tube, buses, Docklands Light Railway, tram services and stations. In addition to consuming alcoholic beverages, it’s also illegal to carry open containers of alcohol on the public transport network. Carrying alcohol in closed containers is permitted.

How do I get to Worksop and Sutton-in-Ashfield?

There is also 1 train per hour continuing to Worksop and 1 morning train to Norwich. The town of Sutton-in-Ashfield with its open-air market and Brierley Forest Park can be reached with a 3-minute train ride to Kirkby-in-Ashfield from where buses run from the station.

How to get to Margate in Margate by train?

Trains to Margate take less than 10-minutes from Ramsgate and Broadstairs and around an hour and a half from London on high-speed Javelin services. We’re here to be your one-stop-shop for cheap train tickets, times and info about how to get to Margate by train.

How do I get to Sutton Parkway by train?

Located outside Nottinghamshire’s town of Sutton-in-Ashfield, Sutton Parkway train station serves principally as a park and ride facility. East Midlands trains services for the majority of direct destinations accessible from here – including north to Mansfield and south to Nottingham – run every 30 minutes.