Grand Central is an open-access passenger train operator. This means we don't get any sort of help from the government and our only loyalty is to our customers - it's in our interest to give you the best journey possible. We've been connecting London King's Cross and the north since 2007!
When you choose to travel with Grand Central you choose rail travel as it should be – reliable, relaxing and with exceptional service. You can buy your tickets up to six months in advance of your journey, and save up to 80%! We always recommend buying your ticket in advance online, at the station or by phone.
A better way to travel
Grand Central gives you:
- Convenient station stops
- Comfortable seats with more leg room
- Friendly, helpful on-board staff
- Free Wi-Fi*, power points* and room to work
- Delicious food and drink from local suppliers*
- The freedom to plan your train travel up to six months in advance
The history of Grand Central
Grand Central reaches the parts of the country other services don’t – directly linking large cities in Yorkshire and the North East with London, often for the first time in years.
Grand Central’s first route was launched in December 2007 and linked London King's Cross with York and the North East. In May 2010, this was joined by our West Riding service, linking Doncaster, Bradford and West Yorkshire with London.
We call at the smaller stations which other operators might miss, which means we're always looking to be active in the local community, through our various social responsibility programs and helping out local organisations.
*Subject to availability