What is a Lumo priority seat?
What is a Lumo priority seat? Our Priority Seats have extra legroom so our Passenger Assist team will book these seats, where available, for you and your dog.
Why does Lumo not stop at York?
However, the trains will not be stopping at any Yorkshire stations due to competition rules with other rail services. Helen Wylde, managing director of Lumo, said: ?We are sorry we can't stop more often. Our main aim is to encourage air and coach passengers travelling long distances to choose rail.?
What type of train does Lumo use?
Lumo operates all-electric Class 803 trains, which are five carriages long. Meanwhile LNER operates a mix of bi-mode (diesel and electric) Class 800 trains, and some all-electric Class 801 trains. The vast majority of their trains from Edinburgh will be formed of nine carriages.
Does Lumo have food?
That's why you can still go with the flow when you buy food onboard any Lumo journey. Simply select from our range of delicious snacks and drinks from our on-board catering trolley. Where can I find allergen information? We are committed to ensuring everybody can enjoy our delicious food.
How long does the Lumo train take from London to Edinburgh?
The trains are fairly fast — roughly four-and-a-half hours from London to Edinburgh — though admittedly not as fast as the fastest LNER trains, which travel London-Edinburgh in four hours and 20 minutes.
Is there first class on LUMO trains?
When you're travelling such a long distance, you'll want to know whether or not your seat will be comfortable. With LNER, we're just going to look at Standard Class – as Lumo doesn't have a First Class option at all!
How do you select seats on Lumo?
When you book through our website or app, you'll automatically be assigned a seat based on your preferences. If you join a Lumo service without a seat reservation, we keep a limited number of seats unreserved on each train; please look for the green lights above seats which indicate they are not reserved.
What does Lumo mean on a train ticket?
Launched in 2021, Lumo is a train company that runs between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh via the East Coast Main Line.
Can you sit in First Class on a full train?
Only if the train guard opens first class for second class passengers. Otherwise you must pay the surcharge to travel in first class.
What is the most luxurious passenger train?
- Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
- Palace on Wheels.
- Eastern & Oriental Express.
- The Deccan Odyssey.
- The Flying Scotsman.
- Golden Chariot.
- Belmond Royal Scotsman.
- Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express.
What is the best train option from London to Edinburgh?
WHAT IS THE BEST TRAIN TO TAKE FROM LONDON TO EDINBURGH? There are many high-speed trains from London to Edinburgh; however, the cheapest and fastest trains are LNER (former Virgin trains) or Avanti West Coast. If you are eager to experience a comfortable night train, we recommend Caledonian Sleeper.
Which is better LNER or LUMO?
In most cases, we would say Lumo will have the edge when you're travelling alone. If you're travelling last-minute, you might snap up a great deal on quieter trains. However, busier trains might have little or no difference – it might even be cheaper to pick LNER.
Is it worth paying First Class on a train?
Sometimes First Class can turn out to be even cheaper than standard. However, the extra benefits vary from just an antimacassar, to extra seating area, reclining seats, more convenient luggage space, and inclusive food and drink.