Avanti West Coast

Search cheapest fare for you

exchange
󱎗
󱅇Aggiungi ritorno
󱍂
Passeggeri e Railcard
Home > UK Train Companies > Avanti West Coast
Avanti West Coast

Avanti West Coast & TrainPal

If you're after Avanti West Coast train tickets, look no further. At TrainPal, we'll show you where Avanti West Coast can take you and how to book the best value fares for your journey. To find Avanti West Coast tickets, simply start a search above, and we'll show you the best available journey times and prices. Keep reading for more information on classes, onboard amenities, destinations, and cheap train ticket tips.
content

content

About Avanti West Coast

British Virgin Trains ended 22 years of service on December 7, 2019. Subsequently, it announced that it would hand over the railway operation rights to Avanti West Coast, a venture capital company established by the British First Group and the Italian company Trenitalia. From December 8, Avanti West Coast will provide service on the West Coast Rail Line. Its franchise runs until 2031, operated jointly by First Group (70% holding) and Italy’s state railway company Trenitalia (30% holding). According to the introduction of the two shareholders FirstGroup and Trenitalia, the new operating company name Avanti, which means 'forward' in Italian, reflects progress and the drive to move forward. After Avanti took over the service, it launches a new brand LOGO, and paints the train body green and white, replacing the original color of Virgin Trains.

Avanti West Coast Route Map

routeImgUrl
Unsure about where to start your Avanti West Coast adventure? Use our map to plan out where you want to go. From London, you can enjoy high-speed services to destinations like Liverpool, Edinburgh and Manchester. Avanti West Coast are one of the primary rail operators in the UK, providing services from London Euston and a number of major terminals including Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly and Liverpool Lime Street. Many of the routes feature high-speed services with no changes required, making Avanti West Coast an excellent alternative to air travel if you're looking to traverse up or down the length of the country.

What can Avanti West Coast offers

Avanti West Coast provides services from London Euston to a number of major terminals such as Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and Liverpool Lime Street. As “Avanti” means in Italian, Avanti West Coast pursues more improvements and advancements. What can we expect on Avanti West Coast? The new West Coast Partnership can bring following benefits:
  • 1. Complete renewal of all 56 Pendolino trains running on the West Coast Main Line
  • 2. More stable and free WiFi coverage
  • 3. Improved on-board meals
  • 4. More comfortable seats and 263 extra train services
  • 5. Upgraded stations
  • 6. New environmentally friendly trains
  • 7. Flexible smart ticket choices

    • How to Get Cheap Avanti West Coast tickets

    Looking for the cheapest train tickets for your journey? We've got you covered!Check out the suggestions below and discover tips you can use to save on your next train journey.
    Book in advance
    Book in advance
    Most of the railway companies throughout Europe release their tickets approximately three to six months in advance, with many offering lower prices for early bookings. If you know the dates you wish to travel, it may be possible to secure cheaper train tickets from Milan to Rome by booking in advance.
    Split Tickets
    Choose a slower or connecting train
    On certain busier routes, it may be possible to opt for a slower or connecting train. Although it may take slightly longer than high-speed or direct services, you could potentially secure a cheaper fare if you have some extra time to spare. Additionally, you'll have more opportunity to appreciate the scenic views of the countryside!
    Travel Off-Peak
    Be open to flexibility in your travel schedule
    A significant number of train services in Europe are also utilized as commuter services, and as such, many train companies raise ticket prices during "peak hours" (typically from 06:00 to 10:00 and from 15:00 to 19:00 on weekdays). If possible, try to travel outside of peak hours to secure lower-priced tickets.
    Travel Off-Peak
    Use your Railcard
    National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year.
    Use your Railcard
    Find some special deals
    Take a look at our Apps to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets ( https://www.mytrainpal.com ) for your journey.

    Avanti West Coast Train Classes

    Standard Class

    • Free WiFi
    • Access to Avanti’s onboard entertainment system
    • Support for phone charging
    • At Seat Order

    Standard Premium Class

    • Free WiFi
    • Access to Avanti’s onboard entertainment system
    • At Seat Order
    • More comfortable seats
    • Extra legroom
    • Plug sockets and phone charging
    • Guaranteed at-seat table

    First Class

    • Free WiFi
    • Access to Avanti’s onboard entertainment system
    • Phone charging
    • At Seat Order
    • More comfortable seats
    • Extra legroom
    • Plug sockets and phone charging
    • Guaranteed at-seat table
    • Complimentary food and beverages

    Hot Avanti West Coast Destinations

    Travelling with a Railcard

    Travelling with Avanti West Coast a few times a year? Get a Railcard and you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys. Click on one of the Railcard types below to see the various eligibility requirements.

    /railcard-guide/16-17-saver

    · Great for ages 16-17 solo travel
    · 50% discount on most tickets, including seasons
    · Valid for 1 year or until your 18th birthday

    See Details >
    /railcard-guide/16-25-railcard

    · Great for ages 16-25 solo travel
    · Save 1/3 on eligible rail-travel fares
    · Average annual savings up to £189!
    · 3-year Railcard available to under 24s only

    See Details >
    /railcard-guide/26-30-railcard

    · Great for ages 26-30 solo travel
    · Save 1/3 on eligible rail-travel fares
    · Average annual savings up to £251!

    See Details >
    /railcard-guide/senior-railcard

    · Great for ages 60+ solo travel
    · Save 1/3 on eligible rail-travel fares
    · Average annual savings up to £98!

    See Details >

    More info about Avanti West Coast

    Q:
    1. Why did Avanti replace virgin?
    A:
    The termination of the Virgin Trains franchise follows a bid by Virgin Group and Stagecoach to continue operating trains on routes that were disqualified by the Department for Transport (DfT) in April for not meeting pension rules.
    Q:
    2. Is Avanti West Coast same as virgin?
    A:
    Avanti West Coast took over operations from the prior operating company Virgin Trains on 8 December 2019, which had run the franchise since 1997. It has made some innovative upgrades and enhancements to tickets, trains, and stations.
    Q:
    3. Are Avanti trains air conditioned?
    A:
    All of trains of Avanti West Coast enjoy air conditioning and our fleet has a total of 774 air condition units on board.
    Q:
    4. How fast do Avanti West Coast trains go?
    A:
    Avanti Trains travel at 125mph (or 201kmph), making it a high-speed train.
    Q:
    5. Why did Avanti replace virgin?
    A:
    The termination of the Virgin Trains franchise follows a bid by Virgin Group and Stagecoach to continue operating trains on routes that were disqualified by the Department for Transport (DfT) in April for not meeting pension rules
    󰉮

    Scarica l'app di TrainPal
    Approfitta di ulteriori sconti sui treni

    Recensioni eccellenti, servizio clienti efficiente, interfaccia intuitiva e processo di prenotazione affidabile: l'app di TrainPal offre tutto questo e molto altro per garantirti una magnifica esperienza di viaggio al miglior prezzo possibile!

    Pacchetto di benvenuto per nuovi utenti

    Zero commissioni di prenotazione

    Super offerte e voucher

    Possibilità di prenotare pullman e voli

    👆Scansiona il codice QR con la fotocamera

    Scarica l'app di TrainPal
    Approfitta di ulteriori sconti sui treni

    Pacchetto di benvenuto per nuovi utenti

    Zero commissioni di prenotazione

    Super offerte e voucher

    Possibilità di prenotare pullman e voli