London North Eastern Railway (LNER)​

London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a leading long-distance train operator in the UK, offering extensive services along the East Coast Mainline. Connecting London to the North East and Scotland, LNER covers the full length and breadth of this route, stopping at 55 stations from London Kings Cross to Inverness and Aberdeen. With modern Azuma trains designed for speed, comfort, and eco-friendliness, LNER provides a superior travel experience.

Route

LNER operates along the entire East Coast Mainline, making stops at 55 stations, including major destinations like York, Newcastle, Durham, Edinburgh, and Inverness. The service links London to key cities across the North East and Scotland, providing comprehensive coverage and convenient connections.

Time to North East Cities from London

• London to Newcastle: Up to two services an hour, with an average travel time of 3 hours and 1 minute.
• London to Durham: One service per hour, averaging 2 hours and 51 minutes.

Key Destinations

LNER’s route includes historically and culturally rich destinations. In Newcastle, travellers can see the world’s first combined road and rail bridge, the High Level Bridge, which has been in use since 1849. Durham, with over 630 listed buildings, many located in the city centre’s conservation area, offers a picturesque glimpse into England's heritage.

Why Choose LNER

For travel trade professionals looking to offer their clients a convenient, fast, and environmentally-conscious way to explore some of the UK's most fascinating locations, LNER is the ideal choice. With its extensive route coverage, modern amenities, and rich historical connections, LNER provides an exceptional travel experience.

Onboard Services

Azuma trains offer sleek and spacious interiors with more seats, extra leg room, power sockets at every seat and fast Wi-Fi.​

STANDARD CLASS

• In standard class there’s plenty of leg room.​
• Free Wi-Fi for every customer​
• Window blinds for additional comfort​
• Ergonomically designed seats.​
• Food and drink available from our Let’s Eat Café Bar or available to order directly to seat using the Let’s Eat at Your Seat feature.​

FIRST CLASS​

• Ergonomic reclining seats.​
• Generous leg room and larger tables​
• Fast Wi-Fi​.
• Complementary catering served at seat.​
• Ambient Lighting