Avanti West Coast Trains

Avanti West Coast is a major train operating company in the United Kingdom, running intercity services along the West Coast Main Line. The company took over from Virgin Trains in December 2019 and is a joint venture between First Group (70%) and Trenitalia (30%). Avanti West Coast connects major cities across England Scotland and Wales, offering passengers a mix of speed, comfort and modern amenities.

Travel on Avanti West Coast Trains

Avanti West Coast operates high-speed services primarily on the West Coast Main Line, linking London Euston with key cities in the Midlands, North West England North Wales and Scotland.

Major destinations include:

• London Euston (the primary hub)
• Birmingham (New Street and Birmingham International)
• Manchester (Piccadilly and Oxford Road)
• Liverpool (Lime Street)
• Glasgow Central
• Edinburgh Waverley (via the West Coast Main Line and connections)
• Chester
• North Wales (including Bangor and Holyhead for ferry connections to Ireland)
• Blackpool North (seasonal and weekend services)

Some routes also extend to smaller stations, such as Stafford, Crewe, Lancaster and Carlisle, providing connectivity across the UK.

Buying your Avanti West Coast train tickets can be done just before travel, but the best deals are always found if you book here online in advance or by using the Avanti West Coast trains journey planner at the top of this page.

Facilities Onboard Avanti West Coast Trains

Avanti West Coast trains are designed for comfort and convenience, offering a range of facilities to enhance passenger experience, including:

Avanti West Coast Trains Seating Options

• Standard Class: Spacious seats with power sockets, fold-down tables and luggage storage.
• First Class: Larger, reclining seats with complimentary food and drinks (on select services), extra legroom and quieter carriages.

Avanti West Coast Train Wi-Fi and Power Outlets

• Free Wi-Fi is available on all trains, allowing passengers to stay connected.
• Free onboard entertainment via the Avanti West Coast app, including movies, TV shows and magazines.
• USB and plug sockets are provided at most seats.

Food and Drink on Avanti West Coast Trains

• Shop & Cafe (Standard Class): A range of snacks, hot and cold drinks and light meals.
• At-Seat Service (First Class): Complimentary meals, snacks and beverages served at your seat on longer journeys.

Avanti West Coast Trains Passenger Accessibility

• Wheelchair-accessible spaces and toilets.
• Assistance services for passengers with reduced mobility (available upon request).
• Luggage Space(overhead racks and dedicated luggage areas for larger suitcases and bicycles bookable).

Although ticket offices and ticketing machines at most train stations sell tickets, buying your Avanti West Coast train ticket here, in advance or even minutes before departure, is by far the simplest.