If you're after cheap TransPennine Express train tickets, look no further. At Trainline, we'll show you where the TransPennine Express can take you and how to book the best value fares for your journey. To find TransPennine Express train tickets, simply start a search above, and we'll show you the best available journey times and prices. Wherever you’re going with TransPennine Express, start your trip with us.

For more information about accessibility on TransPennine Express services, check out our Accessible Travel guide.

How to get cheap TransPennine Express tickets

If you're after cheap UK train tickets, check out the hints below and see how you could bag yourself a bargain. We'll even highlight the cheapest prices!

Buy Transpennine Express Flexi Season tickets with us

Heading into the office less and want to save money on commuting to work? You can buy digital Flexi Season tickets for Transpennine Express routes in our app. Travelling with a Flexi Season ticket on eligible routes can be cheaper than buying a single or return ticket, plus it provides you with more flexibility than a normal Season ticket. Why not find out more about digital train Season tickets.

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TransPennine Express First Class

Whether you're travelling for work, leisure or a bit of both, TransPennine Express' First Class option offers the best in comfort and style. 

Passengers can enjoy all the benefits of First Class travel with TransPennine Express. From a customer host to welcome you onboard, to the wide and reclining seats, wide tables and the generous legroom, TransPennine Express offers the most comfortable way to get to your destination.

So, what else do you get when you upgrade to First Class with TransPennine Express? Enjoy a selection of complimentary snacks and drinks including hot drinks, snacks and fruit juices. If you’re after something a bit more filling, there’s a full First Class menu with deals on wine and prosecco and a range of sandwiches to choose from.

There’s free onboard WiFi and power sockets on every seat to keep you connected to the internet and to colleagues while on the move. A selection of magazines and newspapers is available too if you need to catch-up on news and current affairs.

Find out more about travelling on TransPennine Express First Class and First Class train tickets in the UK.

Taking your bike on a TransPennine Express train

Planning a day out on your bike? Or cycling as part of your commute to work? You’re in luck. Taking bikes on trains in the UK is completely free.

You'll need to reserve a space for your full-sized bike on TransPennine Express trains. If you’re taking a fold-up bike on board there’s no need for a reservation, but you must be able to carry the bike onto the train and fit it in the luggage rack.

Find out more about taking bikes on trains in the UK.

Discover digital tickets 

Enjoy smoother TransPennine Express journeys – go straight to the train when you use tickets on your phone. 94% of our customers wouldn't use anything else! Mobile Tickets will get sent directly to your Trainline app and etickets can be opened on your phone as a PDF. Both let you skip the queues at the ticket machine and breeze straight through the gates using your phone. They’re available on most TransPennine Express journeys, so be sure to select this option when you book.

Learn more about Mobile Tickets and etickets.

TransPennine Express destinations

Need a bit of information ahead of your next trip? Check out these popular TransPennine Express destinations for travel details and nearby attractions.  

TransPennine Express Delay Repay

Did you know you can claim Delay Repay if your TransPennine Express train was delayed by 15 minutes or more? Check out our dedicated page to Delay Repay for more details.

Good to know

Travelling with TransPennine Express? Find out everything you need to know about luggage allowance, pets and other onboard TransPennine Express facilities here.

Contact information

Got a query about your TransPennine Express journey? Get in touch online.

Customer service enquiries

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Delays, lost property and onboard services

If you would like more information regarding TransPennine Express train times, lost property or onboard facilities, then please call TransPennine Express on +(44) 345 600 1671.

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