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Wine, Dine and Recline in First Class
Elevate your journey and travel with us in First Class to make your experience even more enjoyable. Whether you're commuting, travelling on a weekend away or just catching up with friends, enjoy a slice of luxury with us.
- Spacious, reclining seats plus generous legroom
- Complimentary Wi-Fi, power sockets and USB ports at every seat
- Complimentary drinks, snacks and meals - please check our catering map to see what's available on your journey
Booking First Class Tickets (and how to nab a bargain!)
You can book any First Class ticket either on our website or via our mobile app and there are some tips and tricks to grab a cheaper First Class ticket:
Advance Purchase: If you book your First Class ticket in advance, you could save over 50%!
Weekend First (on-the-day upgrade): Travelling at the weekend and fancy upgrading your ticket? Depending on how far you're travelling, it'll cost between £10-£25 per person to upgrade your ticket one way. Just find an unreserved seat in First Class and pay the conductor for your upgrade! This offer is only available on Saturdays, Sundays and on Bank Holidays and is subject to availability. Spaces are limited and there are no child or Railcard discounts available.
Seatfrog Bidding: Use the Seatfrog app to bid for a last-minute upgrade. Auctions open 24 hours before departure and you'll only pay if you have the winning bid!
Our First Class menus
We have three First Class menus that we offer, depending on the route you're taking or the type of train you'll be travelling on.All our menus are packed full of delicious food and drinks made from local produce sourced from suppliers across the North and Scotland. With vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available on each menu, there's something for all tastebuds to enjoy.
West Coast Menu
If you're travelling from Manchester or Liverpool up to Edinburgh or Glasgow, you'll be in for a treat with our TransPennine Kitchen West Coast menu.
Our breakfast menu is served until 11am with options such as our Regional Breakfast, Crumpets or why not treat yourself to our Belgian Waffles, served with a vibrant summer berry compote.
After 11am, you can indulge in our Belhaven Smoked Salmon Penne Pasta or have a Chorizo Sausage Roll, made fresh by Pie Demand in Carlisle.
If a tipple is on the cards, why not try our Lancaster Supernova Pale Ale, specially brewed for TransPennine Express by Lancaster Brewery. If you prefer a spirit, we've also got Mason's gin and vodka available in First Class with a range of mixers.
Take a look at our West Coast menu here.
Coast to Coast Menu
Taking a trip between Liverpool and Newcastle? Our TransPennine Kitchen Coast to Coast menu is available on selected services on your route*.
Breakfast until 11am includes Breakfast Rolls, Regional Breakfast and our delicious Belgian Waffles.
Whilst after 11am, expect classic snacks and hearty dishes such as our TransPennine Bacon Cheeseburger and our Steak & Newcastle Brown Ale Pie.
If you're in the mood for a cold one, try out our TransPennine Pale Ale, brewed for us by our friends at Northern Monk in Leeds or treat yourself to our gin or vodka, made by our partners in Yorkshire, Mason's.
Have a closer look at our Coast to Coast menu here.
*Our Coast to Coast menu is only available on trains operating with Liverpool and Newcastle as the Origin and the Destination.
Express Plus Menu
Our Express Plus menu keeps you fuelled with complimentary snacks and drinks, perfect for shorter journeys or lighter appetites. Enjoy a freshly brewed tea or coffee, soft drinks and a variety of snacks to start your journey the right way.
See our Express Plus menu here.
First Class Service Times
Our onboard catering service typically operates Monday to Friday from 07:00-18:30 and Saturdays and Sundays from 09:00-18:30.
We'll always do our best to provide the advertised service on your journey however, there may be rare occasions when catering is unavailable due to operational reasons.
Our passenger's safety is our top priority and all allergen details are clearly displayed on our pre-packaged items either on the wrapper or on the can. On our plated meals, our allergen matrix details all the information you may need.
If you do have a severe allergy and are concerned about travelling with us, please contact us.
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