Group trip planner - The Mid Cheshire Community Rail Partnership

Travelling by train on the Mid Cheshire Line –
information for schools and groups
Thinking about organising a trip out? Wondering where to go and how to get there? Fancy taking
your group on the train but not sure how to go about it? If so then read our frequently asked
questions and trip planner guide below.
Frequently asked questions
1. We’re thinking of travelling by train – there will be eight of us – can we get a discount?
Group travel discounts apply to groups of 10 or more - however smaller groups may benefit
from other Northern Rail tickets such as DUO tickets or Rail Ranger and Rover tickets.
2. There are 10 or more in our group – can we claim the group travel discount?
Yes if you meet certain criteria.
3. What are the criteria for obtaining group travel discount?
The discount is subject to availability and may not be available if other groups are already
booked on to the train.
Groups of up to 35 in total can normally be accommodated.
Tickets must be booked through the Group Travel service on 0845 1243345 as local ticket
offices cannot give group discount if you turn up to buy tickets from them.
Travel must be undertaken outside peak times so after 9.30am and not between 4pm and 6pm.
Group travel can be booked well in advance of your planned trip but the Group Travel
Service requires at least seven days notice of your intention to travel in order to process your
request and send out tickets.
4. What is the discount for groups?
Subject to availability and eligibility, the discount is normally 26% off standard adult and child
fares. For groups of 10 or more booked through the Group Travel Service 16 and 17 year olds
qualify for child fares.
5. Our group wants to travel at the weekend – does the same criteria apply as during the week?
Yes, but there are no peak travel time restrictions at weekends.
6. One of our group is in a wheelchair – do we need to tell you?
Yes, please tell us when you book if your group has any special needs so we can make the
necessary arrangements.
7. We are a group of 10 or more travelling at short notice – can we claim a group travel
discount?
No – the group travel discount can only be claimed through the Group Travel Service who
require seven days notice.
Groups can travel on Northern services at short notice but won’t receive a group travel
discount.
8. We are a group of 10 or more travelling at peak times – can we claim a group travel discount?
No – discounts are only available through the Group Travel Service who will book you on to an
off-peak service to avoid over-crowding.