The root of Grand Central’s philosophy is an enjoyable travel experience at a fair price. So, we don’t penalise customers who choose to travel last-minute by charging expensive on-board fares.

Grand Central Advance Purchase

Many train companies offer passengers cheaper tickets if they can plan and buy in advance. We want our customers to continue to have a fair deal when they choose to travel with us, so we now have Grand Central Advance Purchase tickets available.  Customers who buy in advance can travel on Grand Central services between London and Yorkshire and the North East for as little as £19*.

Customers can still buy on-board at our usual walk-up price, so those who find it difficult or are unable to buy in advance are not penalised. Advance purchase fares are available to buy in advance online, by calling 0844 811 0071 or at station ticket offices and travel centres.

Anytime tickets

Sunderland to London Kings Cross only: Anytime fare applies Monday to Friday for travel to London on the first train departing Sunderland at 06.45 and from London on the 16.48 service from London Kings Cross.
 

Off-Peak tickets

Off-Peak fare applies to other Sunderland to London Kings Cross services not mentioned above.  All West Riding services are Off-Peak. On Bank Holidays Off-Peak tickets are valid on all services.

Valid tickets

You can travel on Grand Central trains using either a ticket which is valid for any train between the stations shown (usually called an Any Permitted ticket) or with a 'Grand Central only' ticket. Tickets are only valid for the date(s) shown. The return part of a ticket is valid for travel within one calendar month of the outward journey.
Some tickets restrict travel to specific trains. Please ensure you are travelling on a valid ticket otherwise you may be charged an excess fare.

Changing your ticket

If you wish to change your date of travel, or the station you are travelling from or to, you will need to buy a new ticket and apply for a refund on your existing ticket.

All tickets and travel are subject to National Rail Conditions of Carriage. Advance Purchase tickets are subject to national terms and conditions, available at www.nationalrail.co.uk/times_fares/advance_conditions.

*£19 is the standard, single advance purchase rate