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Bank Holiday travel

Are you Bank Holiday ready?

      Visit the best bank holiday destinations

      There’s no better time to book a trip away than around bank holiday time – and no better way to getaway than with LNER. Whether it’s a romantic getaway with your partner, or a fun-filled day with the family, our handy guide will help you make the most of your time off.

      Plus, find out how to save on train tickets – including group tickets that can save you up to 20%.

      Let’s make the most of your time off

      With a bit of planning, you can turn 26 days of annual leave into 56 days off from work to explore the UK with your loved ones. And with LNER travelling to so many amazing place you can visit, you’re spoilt for choice.

      Trains at Easter

      Enjoy a 16-day break by taking just eight days off. Book your leave from Monday, April 14 to Thursday, April 17, and again from Tuesday, April 22 to Friday, April 25.

      May Bank Holiday Trains

      Take 4 days off from Tuesday, May 6 to Friday, May 9 for a 9 day break from Saturday, May 3 to Sunday, May 11. Then, take another 4 days off from Tuesday, May 27 to Friday, May 30 for an additional 9 day break from Saturday, May 24 to Sunday, June 1.

      August Bank Holiday getaways

      To maximize your Bank Holiday Monday on 25 August, take the rest of the week off by booking 4 days of annual leave (Tuesday 26 August to Friday 29 August). This way, you'll enjoy a total of 9 consecutive days off, from Saturday 23 August to Sunday 31 August.

      Christmas Bank Holidays

      To get an extended break over the Christmas period, book 6 days of annual leave (Monday 22 December to Wednesday 24 December, and Monday 29 December to Wednesday 31 December). This way, you'll enjoy 13 consecutive days off, from Saturday 20 December 2025 to Thursday 1 January 2026.

      Popular routes

      London Kings Cross to Edinburgh

      Friday 5 June 2026
      From
      £41.40

      York to Edinburgh

      Wednesday 15 July 2026
      From
      £22.90

      Harrogate to London Kings Cross

      Tuesday 23 June 2026
      From
      £23.30

      Need some travel inspiration?

      • Explore our destinations​

        From London all the way up to Edinburgh, we can take you to the most amazing paces in the UK.

        Explore a city weekend break

      • Budget friendly family trips​

        Discover the best places to go as a family this bank holiday, without breaking the bank.

        Budget friendly days out

      • Our top coastal destinations ​

        Discover the beauty of the UK's beaches and seaside towns for yourself with our top 5 coastal destinations.

        Discover our coastal destinations

      Travel with extra pizzazz!

      Book a First Class LNER ticket to take your journey to the next level - comfier seats, complimentary food and access to our First Class Lounges.

      First Class

      Our top travel tips

      • Travel light​

        Going away for a couple of days? Know where to store your luggage on our trains. We've got space for large bags at the end of each carriage, smaller bags can fit under your seat and on the overhead racks. Check our luggage page to find out more.

        Luggage onboard

      • Be Seat Sure​

        Get comfy knowing your seat is yours by booking an Advance ticket or by making a free seat reservation if you're travelling on a flexible ticket.

        Make a seat reservation

      • Assisted travel​

        Our Travel Assist team can help you with access at our stations, boarding and alighting our trains. You can book Passenger Assistance, as well as a wheelchair space, online with LNER when you book your ticket.

        Assisted Travel

      • Fancy a bite?​

        Whether you prefer to sip tea or sup a beer, get it delivered to your seat. With Let's Eat At Your Seat in Standard and a complimentary at seat service in First Class, you can stay fed and topped up for your whole journey.

        Food and drink onboard

      • Get LNER Perks​

        Not signed up for Perks? You're missing out on £5 free credit when you join and 2% back on all LNER journeys. Don't forget to check out the offers, including a discount on food and drink onboard.

        LNER Perks

      • Give yourself some time​

        Check your train time on the LNER app and give yourself plenty of time to get to the station. Remember to allow time for getting to your platform, especially if you've got luggage or kids in tow.

        Download the LNER app

      Go by train and relax!

      • Pick your train seats​

        Choose your train seats, including which direction you would like to travel in.

        Pick your seat

      • Eat at your seat​

        Eat warm delicious food brought right to your seat.

        Eat at your seat

      • Group train travel savings​

        Travel with friends and book together and save 20%.

        Group train travel savings

      • Park your car at the station​

        Get there hassle free, leave your car at the station and avoid those motorway jams.

        Park your car at the station

      • Eco-friendly travel​

        With 70% less CO2 emissions than travelling by car, trains are the responsible way to travel.

        Eco-friendly travel

      • Get £5 free​

        Join LNER Perks to receive £5 joining credit, plus 2% cashback for every journey.

        Join LNER Perks