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Our dedicated journey planner will make planning rail journeys quick and easy. Plan your journey anywhere in the UK. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations and our journey planning tool will tell you everything you need know, including:

  • Train times
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  • Ticket price


Our timetable data is sourced directly from National Rail, so our Journey Planner only shows up-to-date, trustworthy information.

 

Popular journeys by train


Whether you fancy an urban stroll through some of the North’s best cities or a wander through the idyllic Northern countryside, Northern can take you there! We've selected some of our most popular routes to inspire your next day out.

Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Street

Average time: 1h 5m
Cheapest Advanced
£6.20

Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly

Average time: 1h 16m
Cheapest Advanced
£9.00

Leeds to York

Average time: 0h 30m
Cheapest Advanced
£6.30

Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield

Average time: 1h 3m
Cheapest Advanced
£8.70

Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool North

Average time: 2h 13m
Cheapest Advanced
£10.00

Train ticket types that suit everyone

At Northern we have plenty of train ticket types that enable you to save money across our 500 stations in the North and beyond. Our advanced tickets are up to 65% off and our duo tickets allow you to save 25% when travelling together.

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Explore over 500 destinations

Go do your thing in over 500 destinations in the North, all accessible by train! Check out some of our most popular destinations below. 

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Manchester

Manchester is one of the North's most vibrant cities, bursting with infectious energy and character that makes it a perfect place to visit.

Trains to Manchester
Aerial view of Newcastle city centre at night

Newcastle

There is no UK city more renowned for its nightlife than Newcastle, perfect for those long, light summer evenings.

Trains to Newcastle
Leeds

Leeds

The vibrant city of Leeds may be one of England’s largest but it is also one of friendliest – you’re guaranteed a warm welcome.

Trains to Leeds

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Make sure to compare your train vs car journey with our Cost, Time and Carbon Footprint Calculator. It can help you to make informed choices about your travel and compare your train journey to the same journey via car to see how you can save pennies, time and reduce your carbon footprint. 

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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.