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Team up with Northern to give your employees a fantastic staff benefit and exclusive perks you won't find anywhere else. 

Our Employee Season Ticket Scheme gives your workforce an interest-free way to purchase an Annual Season Ticket, repaid through monthly deductions from their salary. What's more, employees benefit from 12 weeks' free train travel per year - that's the equivalent of saving up to 33% on standard day tickets*!

Find out more about the employer and employee benefits of the Employee Season Ticket Scheme below and get in touch to join our growing list of partners, including Newcastle University, Manchester City Council, Asda and many more. 

*vs. 5 Anytime Day Returns. Season ticket routes only. T&Cs apply.

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Employer Benefits

The Employee Season Ticket Scheme isn’t just a great employee perk; there’s a wealth of employer benefits to take advantage of. Not only is it free to join the scheme, it’s a fantastic way to attract and retain talent and help your employees reduce their travel costs. You’ll also be part of a sustainable travel programme working towards a lower carbon footprint, while reducing the number of car parking spaces needed at your office. Access our secure online ticket portal, as well as a dedicated customer team for enquiries any time.

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Employee Benefits

From unbeatable savings to unlimited rail travel between your two chosen stations, there’s a brilliant range of employee benefits of the Employee Season Ticket Scheme. Make easy, interest-free payments with our salary sacrifice season ticket and unlock exclusive discounts and perks. Don't forget to download the Northern app to get real-time information on train services.

Wave goodbye to traffic jams and say hello to doing your bit for the environment, while travelling in style! 

Spread the cost over a year

Save up to 33*% on travel

Great commuter perks

Exclusive Employee Perks

As a little thank you for choosing Northern, we’ve got some fantastic perks to enjoy. Get your morning caffeine boost with 20% at Gourmet Coffee, enjoy 2-4-1 meals with a free Tastecard, save on a variety of theatre shows and much more. We’ve also got a range of perks to help you unwind on your commute, from free audiobooks to mindfulness and magazines.

Watch our video below to find out more about our Employee Season Ticket Scheme

Based on 5 days a week for 52 weeks (minus 28 days of annual leave)

**Manchester Central Zone

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Flexi Season tickets

Enjoy more freedom how and where you work? A Flexi Season ticket gives you 8 days of travel in 28 days - any time between two stations - offering flexibility and savings for anybody not tied to the workplace. Unlike traditional season tickets, you only ...

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Business Travel

When a video call just won’t cut it, we’re here to make your business trips as easy as possible... No booking fees We compare all ticket options to give you the best price Order tickets direct from our dedicated team Tickets can be collected ...

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*VS 5 Anytime Day Returns. Season ticket routes only. T&Cs apply.

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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.