First TransPennine Express 3: Tickets, Timetables and Facilities

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Provider information and services

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Popular routes

First TransPennine Express 3 train tickets

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  • Transpennine Express
    5:54 AM0h34
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    6:28 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine Express
    6:24 AM0h35
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    6:59 AMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine Express
    8:24 PM0h35
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    8:59 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine Express
    8:54 PM0h39
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:33 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine Express
    4:54 PM0h34
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    5:28 PMManchester Victoria (MCV)
    101One-way
    0 transfers

Popular First TransPennine Express 3 routes

Liverpool to Manchester train

from 4
Direct trains available
0h34 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
  • Northern Rail
  • Transpennine Express
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Transport for Wales

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train

from 4
Direct trains available
0h33 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
  • Transpennine Express
  • Northern Rail
  • East Midlands Railway

Newcastle to Edinburgh train

from 8
Direct trains available
1h24 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
  • Lumo
  • Northern Rail
  • London North Eastern Railway
  • Transpennine Express
  • CrossCountry

Manchester to Liverpool train

from 3
Direct trains available
0h38 average duration
12trains per day
Served by
  • Transpennine Express
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Northern Rail

Manchester Victoria (MCV) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train

from 5
Direct trains available
0h35 average duration
5trains per day
Served by
  • Transpennine Express
  • Northern Rail
  • East Midlands Railway

Leeds to Huddersfield train

from 2
Direct trains available
0h17 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
  • Northern Rail
  • Transpennine Express

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train

from 3
Direct trains available
0h49 average duration
14trains per day
Served by
  • Northern Rail
  • Transpennine Express
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Transport for Wales
  • Avanti West Coast

Manchester to Leeds train

from 6
Direct trains available
0h52 average duration
17trains per day
Served by
  • Northern Rail
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Transpennine Express
  • CrossCountry

Leeds to Manchester train

from 3
Direct trains available
0h54 average duration
17trains per day
Served by
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Transpennine Express
  • Northern Rail

Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

from 6
Direct trains available
0h51 average duration
16trains per day
Served by
  • East Midlands Railway
  • Transpennine Express
  • Northern Rail

First TransPennine Express 3 FAQs

Everything you need to know to travel with First TransPennine Express 3: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more

FAQs
TransPennine Express operates intercity train services across the North of England and into Scotland, connecting cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, York, Newcastle, Glasgow, and Edinburgh.
Trains operated by TransPennine Express are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility, featuring wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, and an assistance booking service.
TransPennine Express allows you to cancel your train, and refund policies apply as per the ticket type purchased.
You can board TransPennine Express trains without a formal check-in process as long as you have a valid ticket.
TransPennine Express offers compensation if you miss your connection due to a delay with their services.
Refunds with TransPennine Express for Anytime or Off-Peak tickets are processed within 7-10 working days if requested before travel, subject to a £10 administration fee, while Advance tickets are non-refundable.
Compensation requests with TransPennine Express should be submitted promptly, keeping in mind that refunds for Advance tickets are not available, and Anytime/Off-Peak tickets are refundable before travel with a £10 admin fee, typically processed within 7-10 working days.
If your train with TransPennine Express is delayed, you may be eligible for compensation, including for delays affecting your connecting services.
For a delay with TransPennine Express exceeding 120 minutes, the compensation is 50% of the ticket price.
For a train delay of 60-119 minutes with TransPennine Express, the compensation is 25% of the ticket price.
TransPennine Express operates from key stations like Manchester Piccadilly, Liverpool Lime Street, and Leeds.
Passengers on TransPennine Express trains can store their luggage in overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats, with the allowance including 2 large items and 1 small hand luggage.
TransPennine Express does not operate overnight trains as night journeys are not available with this provider.
For domestic travel within the UK on TransPennine Express, you do not need to bring your passport. However, it's always recommended to carry some form of identification.
Small pets travel for free on TransPennine Express trains, with dogs required to be on a lead and limited to a maximum of two per passenger.
If your train is canceled, TransPennine Express offers a full refund.
TransPennine Express offers refundable tickets such as Anytime and Off-Peak tickets, allowing for changes or cancellations subject to the terms and conditions of the fare purchased.
TransPennine Express trains are equipped with USB plug sockets, providing passengers with convenient charging options for their devices during the journey.
You cannot buy subway tickets on the TransPennine Express train.
TransPennine Express does not offer compensation for delays resulting from weather or strikes.
Yes, TransPennine Express trains offer onboard WiFi for passengers.
TransPennine Express offers quiet zones on their trains, providing a peaceful environment for travelers.

station information and services

Most popular First TransPennine Express 3 train stations

Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Caffè Nero
  • KFC
  • Leon
  • McDonald's
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Pret a Manger
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • Delice de France
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
  • The Queens Hotel
  • Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
Public transit options for Leeds
  • Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

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