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Travel to Staffordshire with London Northwestern Railway (LNR) – easy, convenient and affordable

Whether you’re planning a day out or exploring hidden gems around Staffordshire, enjoy a stress-free journey with LNR

LNR routes include:  

• Services along the West Coast Main Line and Trent Valley Line, connecting major cities and towns such as Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Liverpool, Crewe, Tamworth, Lichfield, and Northampton, with direct links to London Euston.
• A network stretching from London Euston and Birmingham New Street to key regional hubs across the Midlands and North West.
• Stops at important commuter and heritage towns such as Northampton, Bletchley, Tamworth, and Lichfield Trent Valley.

Trains to Staffordshire:

Travel directly to key destinations across Staffordshire using LNR. Popular routes include:

• London Euston to Lichfield from £9 – a cathedral city that charms with its fascinating museums and serene green spaces
• London Euston to Tamworth from £9 – a historic market town, where Anglo-Saxon history meets thrill-seeking family attractions
• London Euston to Stafford from £9 – a charming town rich in history with ancient architecture

Explore more of Staffordshire by Rail with LNR - other key destinations in Staffordshire LNR call at:

• Rugeley – once a crucial centre of the coal mining industry, discover this welcoming town the that borders the picturesque Cannock Chase Forest
• Penkridge – a quaint village, home to a thriving weekly market and delightful Canalside walks
• Wolverhampton – with a history spanning over a thousand years, this city provides a compact introduction to Black Country life
• Stone - a friendly canal‑side town with rich history celebrated for its independent shops and great local food
• Stoke-on-Trent – this city has produced some of the most famous and sought-after pottery, packed with pottery museums, factory shops and creative attractions, this unique city is ideal for exploration

LNR route map:

Discover the full network on the LNR route map: 

Download the LNR network map [PDF size 1.4 MB].

How to buy LNR train tickets:

You can buy LNR tickets using the booking button on this page, where you’ll be directed to the official site to complete your purchase.

Onboard facilities on LNR trains

• Free WiFi – Free WiFi is available on all LNR trains, allowing passengers to browse the web while on the move.
• Priority seating – Disabled, pregnant or a parent with a child under three can apply for a Free Priority Seating Card.
• Luggage storage – Passengers can bring up to three items of luggage, with space available in each carriage for large items and overhead racks for smaller ones.
• Bike and scooter storage – There’s space for at least one bike onboard, allocated on a first come first served basis. Mobility scooters and electric wheelchairs are welcome on all services.

Great Value Fares and Discounts:

LNR offer a range of products and discounts to make train travel more affordable and accessible

Group discounts

Planning a group day out?

Save up 1/3 off any Off-Peak ticket with GroupSave when travelling in a group of 3-9 people.

Travelling in a group of 10 or more?

Save up to 26% off. Book up to two months in advance, with a dedicated team on hand to handle your enquiry from start to finish.

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Family Train Tickets

Family Advance Tickets – a simpler, cheaper way for families to travel together

One fixed fare for your whole family, available for groups of up to 2 adults and 4 children on the LNR network.

Kids under 5 also travel free, and children aged 5 to 15 are eligible for discounted tickets.

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Students

With LNR’s Student Season Tickets, students can save up to 50% off train travel for a whole term. With one ticket purchased at the start of term, students can get unlimited travel between two chosen stations at any time, including the evenings and weekends.  

Save Up to 50% with Termly Student Season Train Tickets

Just Business

For business travellers, LNR offers Just Business, a free business train travel booking platform. Employees can login and book their own tickets instantly and all journeys are stored centrally for easy reporting. With no booking fees, real‑time human support and built‑in sustainability tracking, Just Business reduces admin and helps business save money on train travel.

Advance Tickets

Save up to 77% when you book in advance – tickets are available up to 12 weeks ahead of travel and can be booked up to 10 minutes before departure

Save an extra 1/3 with a Railcard

Advance Tickets | Cheap tickets to London, Birmingham & Liverpool

Enjoy discounts on top attractions!

Travel by train with LNR and enjoy great savings on your next day out at top attractions. The Discounted Offers Guide highlights 2FOR1 deals, 1/3 off savings, and other discounts across Great Britain.

Why travel with London Northwestern Railway?

Travelling with London Northwestern Railway gives you access to additional connections and more frequent, direct services that make every journey smoother. It’s a sustainable, hassle‑free choice for day trips, letting you skip the stress of driving. With competitive pricing and discounted advance tickets, LNR makes train travel to Staffordshire easier and more affordable.

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