Out go traffic jams, stops for loo breaks and endless hours behind the wheel; in comes faster journeys, spacious seats and free time to do whatever you want - from reading a book to having a nap. Not to mention new ways to save money every time you travel thanks to LNER Perks.
If you're deciding between taking a car or a train for your next staycation, there really is no contest.
That's particularly true when you're kicking back in one of LNER's ultra-modern Azuma trains - boasting sleek interiors, free Wi-Fi, table service and plug sockets at every seat.
When you travel by train your day trip, mini-break or holiday begins the second you step onboard
When you travel by train your day trip, mini-break or holiday begins the second you step on board.
And now, choosing to travel by train with LNER over a seemingly endless drive is even more rewarding.
Not just a great choice for you, but the planet too...Trains are one of the greenest forms of public transport, and far more environmentally friendly than cars or planes.
In fact, travelling via LNER between Edinburgh to London produces an impressive 13 times fewer emissions than flying**.
That makes switching from more polluting forms of travelling to trains an easy choice you can make to reduce your personal carbon footprint.
When you join LNER's loyalty scheme, Perks, you'll get £5 free credit to spend on LNER journeys straight away. And there's no fee to join!
You'll bank 2% credit for every £1 you spend on LNER train tickets, and join now to get a supersized 10% credit* on every journey up to May 3, which you can choose to use in a few different ways.
Save it to spend on your next journey against LNER Advance and Semi-Flex bookings across the LNER network.
With services connecting London, Leeds, York, Newcastle and Edinburgh, you can explore a wide range of destinations throughout the UK.
From cool cities to beautiful countryside, it's all easily accessible with LNER.
Alternatively, if you're feeling generous, you could donate it to one of LNER's charity partners, like CALM, or gift it as an eVoucher to friends and family.
And there are lots of other benefits to joining the more than 800,000 existing members of LNER's Perks.
LNER's ultra-modern Azuma trains boast sleek interiors, free Wi-Fi, table service and plug sockets at every seat
LNER's Let's Eat At Your Seat service allow you to order food and drinks from the onboard café bar and have it delivered straight to your seat
LNER Perks opens the door to a host of other goodies, from exclusive monthly competitions to free treats, partner offers and discounts on hotel bookings, live entertainment and health and fitness experiences.
Right now you can enter a competition to win a year's FREE travel!*** That's £4000 worth of Perks credit to be used on LNER journeys of your choice. Just imagine how far you could go...
Plus, not only does LNER's Let's Eat At Your Seat service allow you to order food and drinks from the onboard café bar and have it delivered straight to your seat, LNER Perks members also get 10% off their orders.
If you join LNER Perks now, you can take advantage of 30% off an ATG+ Membership. ATG is a leader in live entertainment, with hundreds of shows and over 35 venues across the UK. Benefits include priority booking and year-round savings.
***And if that wasn't enough, LNER Perks members can also claim a 20% saving when they order one of Molton Brown's luxury sustainability ranges - The Infinite Bottle Collection and The Hand Refill collection.
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The best Perks experience is on the LNER app, where you'll find a host of clever features designed to make your experience even more rewarding
Here are just some of the amazing destinations you can visit along LNER's network.
Leeds: With incredible shopping and nightlife, the ultimate mini-break awaits in Leeds. Plus, the gorgeous Yorkshire countryside is just outside the city so you can take in stunning views as well as the buzz of this vibrant city.
Newcastle: Savour a warm Geordie welcome in northern England's unofficial party capital, not forgetting to visit some of the city's cutting-edge museums and galleries!
Edinburgh: World famous for a reason, the 'Athens of the North' has some of the most spectacular views of any city in Europe, iconic attractions like Edinburgh Castle and a lively nightlife.
And for a family-friendly coastal escape...
London: History, culture, fashion, art and music make a visit to the capital a must. From discovering iconic sights like Tower Bridge to vintage shopping in the coolest parts of east London, there's so much to see you'll want to make a week of it.
The best Perks experience is on the LNER app, where you'll find a host of clever features designed to make your experience even more rewarding.
If you're planning a short break, Deal Finder lets you set your own budget before coming up with a list of destinations alongside the lowest available fares.
Once you've selected the station you wish to travel from, the tool does all the hard work for you by searching through a huge range of journeys to find the best-value options across the 956-mile LNER network, from city breaks to rural escapes.
You can then either choose from the range of dates and times offered or add your own preferences.
When you're finally ready to travel, you'll also benefit from another nifty feature called LNER Assistant.
This personalised alert system sends you live journey updates, including platform notifications, seat reservation reminders and keeps you up to date with any changes to the departure time.
That way you can kick back knowing you've got all the information you need to keep things running smoothly.
London North Eastern Railway operates along the East Coast of the UK and calls at more than 50 stations, with amazing experiences on offer near every one of them.
And if you're feeling particularly indulgent, you can upgrade to First Class for wider, reclining seats, even more legroom and larger tables.
You'll also enjoy a complimentary food offering, no matter what day of the week you travel, prepared by the onboard catering team using high quality local ingredients.
We know, going by train really is the ultimate way to travel!
*Offer available for bookings made between 18 March – 3 May 2024. Only applies to LNER bookings made on version 4.28 or later of the LNER mobile app during the offer period. Bookings made on earlier versions of the app or on the LNER website will only receive the regular 2% credit. Only available to both new and existing LNER Perks members. Credit will be applied to a customer's account up to 28 days after the date of travel. Excludes tickets uploaded via the Ticket Import tool (who will continue to receive Perks credit at the standard 2% rate). All other Perks terms apply.
**Based on the average CO2 emissions for a 633km rail journey from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh Waverley compared to a 534km flight from London Heathrow to Edinburgh. A flight from Heathrow to Edinburgh would emit around 146kgCO2e per passenger. An LNER train journey from Kings Cross to Edinburgh would emit around 11kgCO2e per passenger.
***Perks members must enter the competition via the LNER App by 31st March 2024. T&CS for ATG+ Membership: LNER Perks ATG+ membership offer ends on the 31st July 2024. LNER Perks Molton Brown offer ends on the 31st May 2024.