Northern Trains’ £2 Advance Single tickets sit at the budget end of their Advance fare range, competing with split-ticketing and coach travel when you can commit to a specific service. These are quota-controlled fares for travel between 9 September and 23 October, so the cheapest seats tend to appear on quieter trains and disappear quickly once a train’s allocation has gone.
Who are £2 Advance Singles best for?
Anyone with fixed plans who can travel off-peak times and is happy to lock in a particular departure. Advance tickets are usually tied to the booked train, so they suit day trips, commuting on set days, or getting between Northern towns without paying walk-up prices. If your plans might change, check the fare conditions first, as Advances often have limited flexibility and may involve a fee to change.
- Travel window: 9 Sep to 23 Oct
- Ticket type: Advance Single, limited availability per service