Reward your kids with a fun and adventurous day out! Let us make planning easy with our family day-out ideas. You can also make travel simple with your family by purchasing a family ticket through our app - keep everything in one place and avoid losing or forgetting multiple tickets. The Northern Family Ticket offers even greater value train travel - available on over 200 new routes, with average savings of 80% compared to purchasing Anytime Single tickets.
Family-friendly attractions are around every corner, offering something for everyone, no matter your interests, and all are accessible by train. Whether you're looking for a family day trip by train or family-friendly activities for the half-term break, we've got you covered and have plenty of ideas for your next family trip in the North. We've also put together handy train travel tips for families to ease any worries you might have about travelling.
Inspiration for family days out
Save with our family ticket
Families love the Northern Family Ticket, which offers even greater value train travel - available on over 200 new routes this Spring, with average savings of 80% compared to purchasing Anytime Single tickets. Tickets allow up to 6 people (2 adults and up to 4 children) to travel together for one great price.
Buy a family train ticketFamily friendly destinations
Whether you're seeking adventure in the great outdoors, cultural experiences in historic towns, or fun-filled attractions for the kids, the North of England has so much to offer for families. Take a look at some of our favourite family-friendly destinations in the North.
York
Families can explore the interactive exhibits at the Jorvik Viking Centre or head over to the National Railway Museum provides a fun and educational experience with its impressive collection of trains and hands-on activities. Additionally, the city's compact size and pedestrian-friendly layout ensure a convenient and enjoyable visit for all ages.
Trains to York
Blackpool
Blackpool is renowned for its iconic Blackpool Pleasure Beach, a historic amusement park offering a wide range of thrilling rides, family attractions, and entertaining shows. Families can also enjoy the sandy beaches and the bustling promenade, perfect for a day of seaside fun. Blackpool's three piers offer various attractions, including arcades, theatres, and fairground rides.
Trains to BlackpoolFamilies can travel for less with the Northern family ticket
The Northern Family Ticket is valid for up to 2 adults and 4 children under the age of 15, travelling together on the same journey. Family tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance and up to 15 minutes before departure, giving you flexibility when planning your trip.
Please note that Northern Family Tickets are valid for single journeys only.
FAQs
The Northern Family Ticket is currently available on selected locations across the Northern network, featured on our Northern Family Ticket page.
Families of up to 6 can travel on the ticket. Saving is only valid on single tickets. Maximum of two adults. On selected routes only.
Tickets can be purchased 12 weeks in advance and up to 15 minutes before departure.
No, under-5s travel for free alongside fare-paying passengers!
Of course, but these may need to be folded when the train is busy to keep aisles clear.
Northern App
Streamline your journey and get tickets straight to your phone. Making your journey contact-free.
Northern App
Streamline your journey and get tickets straight to your phone. Making your journey contact-free.