Our dedicated journey planner will make planning rail journeys quick and easy. Plan your journey anywhere in the UK. Simply enter your departure and arrival stations and our journey planning tool will tell you everything you need know, including:
- Train times
- Changes
- Calling points
- Ticket price
Our timetable data is sourced directly from National Rail, so our Journey Planner only shows up-to-date, trustworthy information.
Popular journeys by train
Whether you fancy an urban stroll through some of the North’s best cities or a wander through the idyllic Northern countryside, Northern can take you there! We've selected some of our most popular routes to inspire your next day out.
Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Street
Average time: 1h 5m
Cheapest Advanced
£6.20
Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly
Average time: 1h 16m
Cheapest Advanced
£9.00
Leeds to York
Average time: 0h 30m
Cheapest Advanced
£6.30
Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
Average time: 1h 3m
Cheapest Advanced
£8.70
Carlisle to Newcastle
Average time: 1h 37m
Cheapest Advanced
£9.00
Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool North
Average time: 2h 13m
Cheapest Advanced
£10.00
Train ticket types that suit everyone
At Northern we have plenty of train ticket types that enable you to save money across our 500 stations in the North and beyond. Our advanced tickets are up to 65% off and our duo tickets allow you to save 25% when travelling together.
Explore over 500 destinations
Go do your thing in over 500 destinations in the North, all accessible by train! Check out some of our most popular destinations below.
Manchester
Manchester is one of the North's most vibrant cities, bursting with infectious energy and character that makes it a perfect place to visit.
Trains to Manchester
Newcastle
There is no UK city more renowned for its nightlife than Newcastle, perfect for those long, light summer evenings.
Trains to Newcastle
Leeds
The vibrant city of Leeds may be one of England’s largest but it is also one of friendliest – you’re guaranteed a warm welcome.
Trains to LeedsTry our savings calculator
Make sure to compare your train vs car journey with our Cost, Time and Carbon Footprint Calculator. It can help you to make informed choices about your travel and compare your train journey to the same journey via car to see how you can save pennies, time and reduce your carbon footprint.
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Northern App
Streamline your journey and get tickets straight to your phone. Making your journey contact-free.