Northern popular routes and schedules
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| Popular routes | First and last departures | Average duration | Minimum price | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds → Manchester | First and last departures7:11am — 5:46pm | Average duration1h 31m | Minimum priceCZK 133 | |
| Manchester → Sheffield | First and last departures7:45am — 4:48pm | Average duration1h 19m | Minimum priceCZK 133 | |
| Manchester → Burnley | First and last departures7:03am — 11:59pm | Average duration52m | Minimum priceCZK 445 | |
| Darwen → Manchester | First and last departures7:26am — 11:15pm | Average duration42m | Minimum priceCZK 148 | |
| Manchester Airport → Burnley | First and last departures7:17am — 6:29pm | Average duration1h 50m | Minimum priceCZK 616 | |
| Liverpool → Manchester | First and last departures7:00am — 11:58pm | Average duration1h | Minimum priceCZK 101 | |
| Sheffield → Manchester | First and last departures7:43am — 7:43am | Average duration1h 49m | Minimum priceCZK 891 | |
| Manchester → Liverpool | First and last departures7:00am — 9:46pm | Average duration57m | Minimum priceCZK 101 |
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Amenities on Northern trains
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Standard seat
- Wi‑Fi
- Power outlets
- Drink
Northern’s Coverage in Numbers
- Daily Trains3486
- Cities127
- Countries1
- Routes908
Northern Train classes
- Premium
- Standard
Northern offers you the most convenient trip on numerous routes, efficiently connecting you to the heart of your destination city.
Choosing train travel is the best option if you want to relax, avoid traffic and enjoy the amenities on the train, on either short or long trips. And there's no need to worry about finding your way around a new city—trains typically stop right in the heart of town.
Find out which amenities will be accessible on a Northern train for each departure when you book your Northern tickets; such as food services, boarding assistance, WiFi, A/C, power outlets and more.
Our customer service team is available 24/7 to help you with any questions or problems you may have while travelling. So whether you’re taking a weekend getaway or embarking on a month-long adventure, we’ve got you covered.
Be sure to keep an eye out for a coupon code to benefit from Northern discounts and cheap train tickets.
Need to contact Northern customer service? Busbud provides you with Northern phone number so you can easily reach out to them.
Busbud is proud to partner with Northern and to offer Northern services to travellers all over the world.
Northern User Reviews
Northern has received positive feedback for providing a pleasant travel experience, with clean and relaxing trains. Customers appreciate the agreeable pricing and being kept informed during their journey. While some mention minor delays, these do not overshadow the overall satisfaction expressed by travelers who look forward to future journeys with Northern.
Train was bang on time, found a spare seat then as people disembarked I had a four seat block to myself, arrived on time, Fabulous service highly recommend 👌.
Andy T.
Nice train, was aloud to baoard an early train than booked.
Laura H.
The service was oversubscribed with some people standing the whole way.
Peter L.
Very punctual ... relaxing...clean..andswas kept informed.Very pleasant..no complaints.
Terence O.
Northern was delayed about 15 minutes i want my refund
Adnan A.
It wasn’t very well signposted to where bus was parked so I missed the bus and never got to Leeds
Zenubia A.
Frequently asked questions about Northern
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
Where does Northern operate?
Based on recent Busbud data, Northern operates in United Kingdom, serving up to 127 cities with 908 routes we've seen available over the past year.
How reliable is travelling with Northern?
Based on Busbud traveller reviews, Northern has an overall rating of 4.1/5. In key areas, travellers rate Northern 4.7/5 for punctuality and timeliness, 5.0/5 for overall cleanliness, and 3.5/5 for Wi-Fi connectivity quality.
What are the most popular routes operated by Northern?
The most popular Northern routes are Manchester to Liverpool, Manchester to Leeds, Manchester to Blackpool. See all Northern schedules and prices on Busbud.
What amenities does Northern offer?
Most Northern vehicles offer Air conditioning, Toilet, Standard seat, Wi‑Fi, Power outlets, Drink on most routes. Amenities may vary by route and vehicle type. Busbud recommends confirming details during checkout.
Does Northern offer Wi-Fi?
Yes, Northern offers Wi-Fi on most routes. Availability may vary depending on the vehicle and route. Busbud recommends confirming during checkout.
Can I change or cancel a Northern ticket?
Ticket change and cancellation policies vary by operator and fare type. On select Northern routes, Busbud offers a Refund for Any Reason add-on at checkout, which allows refunds up to 30 minutes before departure. Check refund eligibility at checkout.
How do I book a Northern ticket?
You can book Northern tickets directly on Busbud. Search for your desired route, compare multiple schedules and prices that Northern offers, choose what works best for you, and complete your booking securely online or in the Busbud app.
Why choose Busbud?
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