student discounts

Get half-price tickets when you buy online with a 16-25 Railcard, giving you more money to spend visiting the places and seeing the people you like.

If you've got a 16-25 Railcard (and if you don't, you can buy one here), we'll halve your First TransPennine Express train fares when you buy online. Because we know you've got better things to spend your money on.

no booking fees!

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Advance ticket prices from as little as

FromTo16 - 25 Railcard Price from
EdinburghManchester£7.90 (single)
NewcastleLeeds£5.45 (single)
YorkNewcastle£3.45 (single)
ManchesterLiverpool£2.00 (single)
SheffieldManchester£2.45 (single)

Terms and Conditions

  • The additional discount from 34% to 50% is ONLY available from tickets on First TransPennine Express services, and ONLY when purchased through the URLwww.tpexpress.co.uk/train-tickets/students.
  • The additional discount only applies to Advance Purchase tickets, and excludes the Airport Advance tickets to and from Manchester Airport.
  • Tickets must be purchased in advance of travel, and are subject to availability, so book early to get the best possible fares.
  • Customers must select a 16-25 Railcard in order to obtain discount, and must present this when you travel.
  • Tickets are non-refundable, and are only valid on the date and train services(s) shown on the ticket(s).
  • Prices are correct at the time of going to press.

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