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Budget friendly family days out
Family days out don’t have to be spend, spend, spend.
Show them culture, history and the great outdoors with our savvy guide to days out that cost on a budget and save on travel with the LNER Family Single ticket.
Spending time together is one of the most important elements of family life and getting the best value for money possible will be more important than ever when you’re considering a family day out.
We want to help and have compiled a list of top tips and travel inspiration for those money-saving and memory-making trips.
Tips for travelling on a budget
Before you even get to your destination and start looking at attractions and things to do, you've got to think about the cost of travel.
Here are some helpful tips to know about travelling, especially with children, that will make it more affordable.
Family Singles
LNER Family SinglesSave on travelling as a family between London and 16 other cities. Get one ticket for up to two adults and four children.
Food and drink onboard
Food and drink onboardChildren, especially growing ones, need plenty of food and drink. Don't forget to bring along snacks to keep them from getting too ravenous. Don't worry if you forget though, as you can order food to your seat with Let's Eat At Your Seat.
Savings with LNER Perks
LNER PerksHaven't joined LNER Perks yet? Get £5 credit for free as soon as your sign up. You can even use it against your next journey. Plus you'll get 2% credit on all future LNER journeys and have access to other discounts and offers.
Keep updated with the LNER App
LNER AppGet notifications about your train before it arrives so you don't have to stand around waiting at the screens. Plus it's easy to check live journey times or reserve a seat.
Travelling with children
Travelling with childrenOur travelling with children page is super helpful for travelling with kids of all ages. It includes tips on buggies and pushchairs onboard, choosing seats that suit you and keeping them entertained.
Get cheaper tickets
Cheap ticketsWhen you book through LNER.co.uk and the LNER app, you can access our great ticket prices like Family Singles. Save 47% when you book in advance, plus no booking fees.
Family Singles
LNER Family SinglesSave on travelling as a family between London and 16 other cities. Get one ticket for up to two adults and four children.
Food and drink onboard
Food and drink onboardChildren, especially growing ones, need plenty of food and drink. Don't forget to bring along snacks to keep them from getting too ravenous. Don't worry if you forget though, as you can order food to your seat with Let's Eat At Your Seat.
Savings with LNER Perks
LNER PerksHaven't joined LNER Perks yet? Get £5 credit for free as soon as your sign up. You can even use it against your next journey. Plus you'll get 2% credit on all future LNER journeys and have access to other discounts and offers.
Keep updated with the LNER App
LNER AppGet notifications about your train before it arrives so you don't have to stand around waiting at the screens. Plus it's easy to check live journey times or reserve a seat.
Travelling with children
Travelling with childrenOur travelling with children page is super helpful for travelling with kids of all ages. It includes tips on buggies and pushchairs onboard, choosing seats that suit you and keeping them entertained.
Get cheaper tickets
Cheap ticketsWhen you book through LNER.co.uk and the LNER app, you can access our great ticket prices like Family Singles. Save 47% when you book in advance, plus no booking fees.
Budget friendly travel destinations
York
Once the capital of the North, York is one of England's most historic cities.
From Vikings to chocolate, York's history is equal parts vast and fascinating. There's something for everyone, old and young.
Click read more for budget-friendly tips or book your journey to York.
Leeds
Buskers on every corner, free museums and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy.
Right in the heart of Yorkshire, Leeds has so much to offer, especially for those on a budget. Plus there are great value fares to be had, especially for families.
Click read more for budget-friendly tips or book your journey to Leeds.
Inverness
Travel as far north on an LNER train as possible and venture all the way to Inverness - the gateway to the Highlands.
In Inverness, you're only a short journey away from the rolling mountainscape of the highlands, the mystical Loch Ness or the cultural and historical city centre.
Find more budget-friendly tips or book your journey to Inverness.
Dundee
Scotland's 'Sunniest City' is waiting for you.
Not only can you get a decent dose of vitamin D, but you can also soak in the architectural design that makes Dundee so unique.
It's a UNESCO city of design and is home to unique and award-winning buildings and museums.
Newcastle
Known for more than just its nightlife, Newcastle is great for families.
There's so much to do in Newcastle. With loads of free museums and galleries, plus beautiful river walks.
Lincoln
Want to visit the city voted in the top 10 of most romantic and most Instagrammed?
With beautiful green spaces, a towering castle and filled with stunning riverside eateries, Lincoln should be high on your list of places to visit.
London
Spend some time in the capital.
Living the life in London doesn't have to be expensive. Find some cheap and free things to do in the capital.
Edinburgh
The Scottish capital, home to an ancient volcano and the Scottish Parliament.
There's so much to see and do in Edinburgh, with so many family-friendly activities that are perfect for exploring on a budget.
Click read more for budget-friendly tips or book your journey to Edinburgh.
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