Northern train tickets & times

Book train tickets across Great Britain with the Northern app and get the lowest fares automatically. Create an account to unlock savings on every journey, with no booking fees and access to live train times and timetables across the entire National Rail Network.

Core booking features save you time and money. Buy tickets right up until the train departs, swap advance tickets for just £2.50 on the day, or save up to 60% by booking in advance. Duo Tickets let you travel together and save 25%, while the new Family Ticket covers up to two adults and four children under 15 on a single pass. Barcode Season Tickets load to your phone in 5 minutes and offer up to 33% off day tickets compared to buying in person—no need to carry physical cards.

Stay informed with real-time train tracking. The app displays live departure times, platforms, and full timetables for stations across the National Rail Network. Journey planning is straightforward: enter your origin and destination, pick your ticket type (single, return, open return, or season), set your travel date and time, add passenger numbers, and the app finds the cheapest option instantly. Past searches are saved so repeat journeys load faster. You can also reserve specific seat types when you purchase, ensuring seats that suit your preferences.

Using your tickets is seamless. Download and activate your digital ticket on travel day, then scan it at platform gates or show it to the inspector on board. The app remembers your frequent routes and can suggest onward journey options—local car parks, taxi ranks, bike storage details, and airport information are all built in to help you plan beyond your train ride.

Commuters benefit from season ticket savings and exclusive perks. Refunds on season tickets process faster through the app, and you'll gain access to commuter offers and freebies throughout the year.

Download Northern train tickets & times to plan journeys and book fares with confidence, knowing you're always getting the lowest price available.