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Class 802s to make WCML debut as hourly Manchester to Scotland trains return

Writer's picture: Liam HetheringtonLiam Hetherington

TransPennine Express (TPE) will reintroduce a two-hourly service from Manchester to Glasgow, and when combined with the current Manchester to Edinburgh services, will provide an hourly service from the North West to Carlisle and Scotland.

The rail operator will be increasing the number of services just in time for the festive season and will start from Sunday the 12th of December 2021

Customers are being advised to plan ahead of the changes and check before travelling via the TPE website or National Rail Enquiries.


Alongside the new service, a Nova 1 (Class 802) trains will be making its debut on the West Coast Main Line and will join the Nova 2 fleet which operates between the North West and Scotland.

The Nova 1 and 2 trains bring an enhanced travel experience for customers providing spacious interiors with plenty of legroom, free Wi-Fi for both Standard and First Class alongside access to TPE’s onboard entertainment system, Exstream.

Passengers travelling can be confident with TPE’s enhanced cleaning in place to keep everyone safe. Face coverings are now a mandatory requirement on board trains and at stations unless exempt.

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