TPE Class 802s at Newcastle

TPE confirms transfer to Government operator

We can confirm that today the Secretary of State has announced that the operation of the TransPennine Express service will transfer to a new Government operator – DOHL - on 28 May 2023.

All tickets remain valid and customers should continue to use and purchase tickets in the normal manner.

Further communications relating to TransPennine Trains Ltd as a DOHL operator will be made after the transfer takes place on 28 May 2023.

For further information about the transfer please contact the DfT press office on 0207 944 3021.