Train ticket fares for new Northumberland line set to start from £1

It has been confirmed that travel on the new Northumberland rail line will start from as little as £1.

The teams behind the line have claimed the key priority for the new passenger rail project is ensuring real value for money for journeys, making it quick and affordable for customers to travel between Northumberland and Newcastle. 

The maximum off-peak single fare for the full line from Ashington to Newcastle will be less than £3, with a new approach to pricing set to enable customers to combine peak and off-peak tickets to get the best value travel. Cheaper fares for customers aged 21 and under will start from £1 for a single ticket. 

The rail line will be open from Summer 2024 and is set to transform accessibility in south east Northumberland. 

Northern Trains, which will operate the service, has confirmed a full range of rail-only tickets will be available. 

Rail-only fares will be available through all established rail ticketing channels including online, via retail apps and at stations and season while flexi-season tickets will also be in place. 

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Jason Wade, regional director for Northern, said: “Bringing new rail services to the North East as part of the Northumberland Line is something we’re thrilled to be a part of and we’re honoured to be able to connect communities along the route. 

“Northern will be operating all passenger services on the line and we will provide a timetable that will help those communities connect with employment, education and other opportunities that will have a positive impact for the region.” 

Glen Sanderson, Leader of Northumberland County Council, said: “In this day and age, being able to travel on a brand new rail line for just over £1 provides real value for money. 

“It was always a priority that fares would be attractive, especially for young people who will benefit from increased education and training opportunities as a result of the Line opening. 

“Tickets will go on sale in the coming months as we work towards opening this summer in this truly transformational project.” 

Meanwhile, a paper to be presented to the region’s Joint Transport Committee by Metro operator Nexus on Tuesday, March 19 will highlight that young people are among those benefiting the most, with those 21 and under being able to buy single tickets for travel anywhere on the Northumberland Line and Metro system from just £1.