LNER Offers One Million Discounted Tickets In The Great British Rail Sale
LNER is offering more discounted tickets than ever before as part of the Great British Rail Sale. The week-long rail sale launches today (Tuesday 6 January 2026) and will run until Monday 12 January 2026.
Customers can make savings of up to 50%* on selected LNER Advance tickets. One million tickets are available between destinations including York and Newcastle from as little as £8.35 and London and Edinburgh from just £27.85.
The Great British Rail Sale tickets cover trips to and from various towns and cities, including Edinburgh, Newcastle, Doncaster, York and London. Tickets are available to book, subject to availability, for travel Monday to Thursday between 13 January and 25 March 2026 inclusive. Tickets must be booked at least seven days in advance of travel.
David Flesher, Commercial Director at LNER, said: “We are delighted to be putting one million discounted tickets on sale as part of the Great British Rail Sale. Our recently launched timetable delivers faster, more frequent services, and the Great British Rail Sale offers our customers the perfect opportunity to experience one of our new services at exceptional value. It’s a fantastic chance for you to discover new destinations and create memorable experiences along our route.”
SAMPLE FARES
London <> Leeds
- Standard Class - £19.70
- First Class - £47.00
London <> Doncaster
- Standard Class - £17.35
- First Class - £39.25
London <> Peterborough
- Standard Class - £10.25
- First Class - £18.85
London <> Newcastle
- Standard Class - £25.10
- First Class - £55.25
London <> Edinburgh
- Standard Class - £27.85
- First Class - £60.25
York <> Newcastle
- Standard Class - £8.35
- First Class - £14.00
Customers wanting to take advantage of the Great British Rail Sale have until 23.59 on 12 January 2026 to book tickets and are advised to book early to avoid missing out on the best savings via LNER.co.uk/RailSale.
*For full terms and conditions visit LNER.co.uk/RailSale