Press Releases

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TPE shares quick-reference guides to last trains home from stations across its network for Christmas partygoers

TransPennine Express (TPE) is encouraging customers attending Christmas parties across the North of England and Scotland to share quick-reference guides to ‘last trains home’ with their fellow partygoers. 

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Seasons Eatings: TPE customers can enjoy a festive feast as train operator launches Christmas menu

From a breakfast brioche bun with pigs in blankets to a full turkey dinner or vegan nutless roast, there is something for everyone to enjoy onboard TransPennine Express during the holiday season as the train operator launches its new festive menu.   

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Extra late-night train services for fans heading home from Manchester gigs in December to support night-time economy

TransPennine Express (TPE) will run two extra late-night services this month between Manchester and Liverpool for music fans.  

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TPE gives customers option to change travel plans as freezing temperatures forecast

TransPennine Express customers will be able to use tickets bought for this evening or tomorrow on Wednesday instead if they wish to change their travel plans as snow and ice are forecast in the North of England and Scotland.  

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Extra late-night train services for fans heading home from Manchester gigs in November

TransPennine Express (TPE) will run two extra late-night services this month between Manchester and Liverpool for music fans who don’t want to miss the encore.   

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Winter warmers: TransPennine Express launches First Class seasonal menu

From chicken stuffed with haggis smothered in a rich whisky sauce to a vegan nut roast, there is something for everyone to enjoy onboard TransPennine Express during the winter months as the train operator launches its new seasonal menu.  

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Middlesbrough station toilet upgraded to be stoma-friendly

Facilities to help people with stomas have been introduced at a toilet at one of TransPennine Express’ (TPE’s) busiest stations.  

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VIDEO: TransPennine Express tests UK-first AI speech-to-text announcements designed to improve journeys for hearing impaired passengers

A cutting-edge announcement system designed to improve journeys for hearing-impaired passengers on TransPennine Express (TPE) trains has successfully completed its pilot phase and is the first-of-its kind to be used on the railways in the UK.   

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Refurbishment set to expand toilets at Hull station

Improvement work at Hull Paragon station is set to transform the toilets and add more cubicles for passengers to use.  

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Welcome on-board! Introducing TPE’s customer ambassador team who are here to help

TransPennine Express (TPE) has welcomed 21 customer ambassadors to its stations.