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About Avanti West Coast

Avanti West Coast operates the UK's west coast mainline railway on behalf of the British government's Department of Transport across England, Wales, and Scotland. Avanti West Coast is one of the country's main rail links between London and Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh. On any given day, Avanti West Coast operates almost 300 routes and departs hourly from select destinations.

Avanti West Coast is unique in the UK domestic rail network as it has three levels of service and ticketing. The cheapest tickets are for standard class, where complimentary seat reservations are often given but are not compulsory for boarding. Standard Premium passengers will find their seats in a different train car with wider seats and more legroom. Seating is identical in First Class, but passengers also get a hot meal with complimentary soft, hot, and alcoholic drinks.

You can upgrade your ticket onboard as long as the other cars have the capacity, but there's no guarantee you'll be able to make a switch. If you want to ensure you get the seat you'd like, book at least 24 hours in advance on Wanderu. As an official partner of Avanti West Coast since 2020, we offer cheap tickets for all services at no extra cost!

Avanti West Coast Amenities

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Avanti West Coast train coverage

Daily Trips15
stations7
cities7
countries1

What travelers are saying about Avanti West Coast

Here’s what Wanderu users who have booked trips with Avanti West Coast had to say about their travel experience.

Traveling During COVID-19

“They took COVID safety precautions seriously.”
based on 2 reviews

Onboard Experience

“I’ll travel with them again just for the staff!”
based on 2 reviews
“Really cheap tickets and really good service.”
based on 2 reviews
“The train got there on time.”
based on 1 reviews
“Seats were really comfy and spacious”
based on 2 reviews
“The train was almost suspiciously clean”
based on 2 reviews

Avanti West Coast reviews from Wanderu customers

Overall review score for Avanti West Coast

(Based on 2 reviews)

3.5
Ratings (Out of 5)
Comfort

4.5

Timeliness

3.0

Staff

5.0

Value

4.5

Condition

4.5

Avanti West Coast passenger reviews

Avanti West Coast Routes & Network

Avanti West Coast’s train network features 15 train routes that connect 7 cities serving 7 stations. On average, Avanti West Coast performs about 15 train trips every day. The top cities to which Avanti West Coast offers the highest number of daily train service include London and Birmingham.

Top Cities Served by Avanti West Coast

CityRouteEarliest trainLatest train
London14:05 am2:43 pm
Manchester15:10 am1:53 pm
Liverpool25:36 am3:43 pm
Birmingham15:03 am1:52 pm

Most popular Avanti West Coast routes

The train from London to Birmingham is Avanti West Coast’s most popular route. Trips from London to Manchester and London to Liverpool are also highly popular.

Top Avanti West Coast routes

RouteDaily TripsDurationPrice
London to Birmingham61h 39m$32
London to Manchester112h 11m$50
London to Liverpool82h 24m$45
Wigan to London122h 39m$57
Warrington to London112h 24m$57

Avanti West Coast Train Guide & FAQs

Yes, Avanti West Coast offers WiFi on their trains. Although most trips with Avanti West Coast will have WiFi as advertised, some trains might not come equipped with WiFi and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a movie just to play it safe. Avanti West Coast WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge watch your favorite show.

Yes, there are power outlets onboard Avanti West Coast trains. You can generally find one or two sockets per row of seats, so be a good traveller and check if your seat neighbor might want to charge up their devices as well. With the onboard power outlets, you can charge both a computer and USB devices with a USB power adapter that typically comes with most phones and tablets.

Since Avanti West Coast might sometimes use replacement train vehicles, not all trips are guaranteed to have power points. We recommend to bring a power bank to charge your phone for all trips over 2 hours, just in case.

On a typical day, Avanti West Coast has 15 scheduled train trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.

Yes, Avanti West Coast offers the option to purchase will call tickets. Will call tickets are an option that allows you to book the tickets ahead of time online, then pick up the tickets from an agent or kiosk once you arrive at the station. Note that you will need to bring the confirmation information you received when you made your ticket purchase. If you choose to use the will call ticket option with Avanti West Coast, please make sure to bring the same credit card you used to purchase the tickets with you when you pick them up.

No, Avanti West Coast does not require an ID to board its trains at this time. Of course, it is always a good idea to carry a government-issued ID whenever you hit the road.

No, there are no bathrooms available on Avanti West Coast trains. Though there are no bathrooms onboard, typically breaks are scheduled in the itinerary to allow passengers to use bathroom facilities along the way.

Avanti West Coast provides snacks to satisfy your hunger during your travels. Be sure to pack a credit card and some cash in case you get hungry. Don’t worry about being parched while traveling with Avanti West Coast as they offer a beverage service to make sure you stay hydrated. Though we always recommend bringing a reusable water bottle with you to make sure you have water within easy reach and help reduce unnecessary plastic waste.

Yes, Avanti West Coast requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the train. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most trains.

Avanti West Coast focuses on delivering a great travel experience at a low price and currently does not offer premium features like extra legroom or onboard entertainment. But these days, between your laptop, tablet, smartphone and e-reader, you’re the master of your own entertainment even on longer journeys.

Cheap Avanti West Coast tickets recently found on Wanderu

With 15 Avanti West Coast trips per day, there are a lot of great deals to uncover for the bargain hunter and Avanti West Coast tickets start at just $24.83. Check out some of the latest and greatest deals snatched up by Wanderu users.

How do I get the best deal on Avanti West Coast tickets?

Wanderu is the best place to score cheap Avanti West Coast tickets. Wanderu offers the lowest available fares every day and charges no extra booking fees. Plus, you can compare Avanti West Coast prices with trips offered by other train companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!

Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.

When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best bus and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.

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