Explore 500+ destinations in the North
Whether you’re keeping the little ‘uns entertained, gliding into work, discovering hidden gems across the North or just fancy a night out – we’re here to help you Go Do Your Thing.
Day Tripper tool
Try our Day Tripper tool for inspiration on where to go next with Northern trains – just pop in your departure station and we’ll do the rest!
Find some inspiration on where to visit
Seize the day with some destination inspiration. All trips are less than 60 minutes.
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Train tickets for big savings!
At Northern, we have plenty of train ticket types to help you save money across over 500 destinations in the North of England.
- Save up to 60% off with Advance tickets
- Duo tickets allow you to save 25% when travelling together
- Rangers tickets and Rovers tickets allow you to hop on and off all day for a great price
- Save on the day and get a cheaper ticket up to 15 minutes before you travel
- Discover great savings for groups of 10 or more
Download the Northern app today
Download the Northern app to buy tickets for all our trains with absolutely no booking fees!
Choose the train
Travelling anywhere by car is becoming more and more expensive, which makes the train a cost-effective option. If you can book your tickets in advance or take advantage of travel cards and season tickets, train travel saves you even more money.
Why not compare your train vs car journey with our cost, time and Carbon Footprint Calculator to see how you can not only save money and time but also reduce your carbon footprint?
Travel inspiration
Looking for something to do at the weekend or after work? We've got you covered with our travel inspiration below! You can also enjoy huge savings on your next day out when you travel by train with National Rail's discounted days out.
Discover National Rail discounts
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