TransPennine Express (TPE) has confirmed it will be increasing the number of trains on its service from Manchester to Scotland throughout the Christmas period.
The service will see a Nova 1 train make its debut on the route, joining the Nova 2 fleet that currently operates between Scotland and the North West.
Beginning on Sunday 12th December 2021, TPE will be bringing back their service from Manchester to Glasgow, which when combined with the existing Manchester to Edinburgh trains, will offer an hourly service from Manchester to Scotland.
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Together, these trains will offer and enhanced travelling experience for customers, with spacious interiors, plenty of leg room and free Wi-Fi in both First and Standard Class.
The trains will also provide access to onboard entertainment system, Exstream.
Jerry Farquharson, Service Planning Director for TransPennine Express, said: "With more and more people returning to rail, and the festive season just around the corner, the reintroduction of an hourly TPE service between the North West and Scotland is great news for customers.
"Services on this route are very popular and I would encourage those intending to travel by train to plan their journeys in advance and book ahead."
Customers can travel with confidence onboard TPE's services, with enhanced cleaning in place to keep everyone safe.
Face coverings must be worn on trains and at stations (unless exempt).
Ahead of the changes, customers are recommended to plan ahead, and check before they travel by visiting the TPE website, or National Rail Enquiries.
For those looking to travel, tickets can be purchased online via the TPE website, or by using the TPExpress App, where people can pay using Apple Pay, Google Pay, or PayPal.
E-tickets are also allowed, allowing customers to use their phone instead of a paper ticket.
