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Manchester-London for £20: Avanti West Coast launches cut-price ‘standby’ train tickets

Rail firm seeks to win customers from long-distance coach operators

The Independent UK · Mar 13, 2023

Rail services affected with lines blocked due to 'fire on train'

A number of services have already been cancelled with further delays expected.

Manchester Evening News · Mar 12, 2023

Heart-stopping moment 125mph high speed train narrowly misses man on level crossing

Footage of the terrifying near miss has been released as part of a safety campaign

Manchester Evening News · Mar 3, 2023

Avanti West Coast launched WhatsApp service for disabled passengers

The Travel Companion system is designed to ensure disabled customers receive prompt support when they encounter problems.

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2023

The Mancunian Way: Lamb and mint balls anyone?

Dodging a recession PLUS Awaab's Law has stopped family from feeling ‘alone’ AND ‘Skyrocketing’ costs force closure

Manchester Evening News · Feb 10, 2023

Rail regulator 'secures key improvements' for passengers over Avanti train tickets

But it warns the train operator's 'more resilient recovery plan' is months away from 'industry norms'

Manchester Evening News · Feb 10, 2023

Avanti rail travel warning as 'large number of cancellations' expected this weekend

People can swap their train tickets for another date, or obtain a free refund

Liverpool Echo · Jan 27, 2023

Mural unveiled to celebrate pioneering female train driver

Avanti West Coast commissioned the artwork at London Euston station to depict Karen Harrison.

The Independent UK · Jan 26, 2023

Avanti West Coast faces fresh criticism from rail regulator

Tickets for weekend travel have only been available to buy just a few days in advance

Evening Standard · Jan 24, 2023

Avanti West Coast ordered to stop releasing tickets late or face 'formal measures'

Avanti West Coast runs trains on the West Coast Main Line between London Euston and Glasgow Central with branches to Birmingham, North Wales, Liverpool, Manchester and Edinburgh

Birmingham Post · Jan 24, 2023