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An LNER train driver with more than forty years of experience has swapped sitting at the controls of a 125mph passenger train for something a little more leisurely – a miniature version of the train he usually drives, limited to 6mph.

LNER and clean energy infrastructure experts Treeva are pioneering a UK rail first, capturing energy from turbulent airflow and turning it into clean, renewable energy.

LNER is set to celebrate the return of the Flying Scotsman service to its historic mid-morning timetable slot.  

LNER strongly encourages all customers to check their journeys before they travel today (Friday 17 April 2026) following a significant period of disruption caused by a concern for welfare incident in Retford, Nottinghamshire on Thursday evening (16 April 2026).

Getting customers safely and on time to their destinations are key priorities for both LNER and Network Rail. Now, that is an even greater reality, thanks to new technology.

LNER is revealing a brand new look and feel for its First Class Lounge at London King’s Cross station.

LNER customers can now lock in their holiday plans as almost four million tickets go on sale today (Thursday 12 March 2026) for the key summer travel period.

LNER is delighted to announce that viral Harry Styles tribute act ‘The Harry Styles Show’ will be taking to the tracks for a unique experience later this summer. The news comes as the singer himself releases his highly anticipated new album ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.’ this week. 

James Haskell Opens Up on Travel, DJ Life and Reality TV on Routes from LNER

London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and East Midlands Railway (EMR) have released a new video, showing customers how easy and comfortable journeys to and from London can be using dedicated rail replacement services during weekend engineering work.

• LNER releases first interior images of the new fleet, showing customers what they can expect on future journeys.
• 10 tri-mode trains, all 10-carriages in length, are being built by CAF for the primary East Coast Main Line operator.
• Name of the fleet revealed as ‘Serenza’, a reference to peacefulness and calm, but also energy, movement, and modernity.
• The new trains will support growing demand for East Coast Main Line travel, delivering additional seating capacity and customer benefits, meaning improved journey experiences.

Forget doomscrolling – new research from LNER reveals Britain is rediscovering the love of a good book on the train.