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If you received a promotional code from our World Car Free Day promotion, you can redeem it on Advance tickets up until 22 October (Railcard discounts are not included).

Happy World Car Free Day! To celebrate, why not swap the steering wheel for a train-tastic deal?

We’re giving away 10,000 unique promo codes for 50% off Advance tickets including to great cities such as Liverpool, London and Birmingham.

But hurry - you have one day only to claim your code using the form below. Valid to redeem and travel between 23 September - 22 October, 2025.

The offer

Tell us about the journey you'll most likely take when using this offer, and we'll send you a promo code to use on our app or website*

We're sorry - the form is now closed!

*Unique discount codes are on a first-come, first-served basis. Only 10,000 codes are available and can only be redeemed against Advance tickets. Only one form entry can be made per person.

Popular LNR Advance fares

See how our 50% off offer stacks up with some of our most popular routes.

Journey

Cheapest Advance Single

With Promo Code

Northampton → London£9.00£4.50
Birmingham → London£9.00£4.50
Rugby → London£9.00£4.50
Crewe → London£10.50£5.25
Liverpool → London£14.00£7.00
Bletchley → London£6.80£3.40
London → Liverpool£14.00£7.00
Birmingham → Liverpool£11.50£5.75
Coventry → Liverpool£11.50£5.75
Wolverhampton → Liverpool£11.50£5.75
Liverpool → Birmingham£11.50£5.75
London → Birmingham£9.00£4.50
Milton Keynes → Birmingham£6.80£3.40

The details

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Travel dates

You must use your code and travel between 23 September - 22 October, 2025.

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Ticket types

Your promo code will be valid for Advance tickets only.

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Which trains

Travel on London Northwestern Railway or West Midlands Railway trains only

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How to redeem

Use the LNR website or app to book your tickets and use your promo code.

More information

Our form is open to claim your promo code for one day only. We have 10,000 codes ready to give away and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Once you have a promo code, you can redeem it from 23 September – 22 October, 2025 for travel to 23 September - October 22, 2025.

On our website:

  1. Search for your journey and select our trains.
  2. Enter your promo code in the Add a promotion section.
  3. Choose your tickets and proceed to checkout.

On our app:

  1. Enter your travel details and add your unique promo code (it is case sensitive) in the Railcards or Promos section.
  2. Filter for our trains only.
  3. Look for tickets marked with the piggy bank symbol to find valid journeys.

Please note, discounted tickets cannot be purchased from station ticket machines (TVMs).

You can get Advance tickets for a number of routes across our network including trains to Liverpool, London and Birmingham.

Not all journeys will have Advance tickets available. To find out more, see our Advance tickets guide.

  1. Fill in the form on our website with the journey you are most likely to take.
  2. We will send the promo code to your email inbox.
  3. Use this code on our app or website to get your discount.

No, your promo code is only valid on London Northwestern Railway (LNR) and West Midlands Railway (WMR) services for the specific route shown on your ticket.

You will not be able to redeem your discount on services operated by other train companies.

The discount applies to one transaction for up to two adults and two children.

You can travel between September 23, 2025 - October 22, 2025.

This sale applies exclusively to Advance tickets. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks in advance of travel and can be booked up to 10 minutes before departure.

No, Railcards cannot be used in conjunction with this offer.

This sale applies exclusively to Advance tickets. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks in advance of travel and can be booked up to 10 minutes before departure.

You must purchase your tickets directly on our website or app. Tickets cannot be bought from station ticket machines.

Advance single fares are non-refundable. A refund may be possible if your train is delayed or cancelled and you choose not to travel. Please refer to our Refunds and Exchanges policy for full details.

This sale applies exclusively to Advance tickets. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks in advance of travel and can be booked up to 10 minutes before departure.

Yes, your promo code will apply a 50% discount to already discounted child tickets aged 5-15 if they are travelling with a fare paying adult. Children under 5 travel for free.

  1. The promoter of this offer is London Northwestern Railway.
  2. The promotion is valid on London Northwestern & West Midlands Railway services only.
  3. This discount offer is only available on Advance tickets.
  4. One discount code will be made available per account.
  5. You can only claim your promotional code on 22.09.25 but can redeem and travel between 23.09 – 22.10.25.
  6. The offer can only be used for purchases made via the London Northwestern Railway app or website.
  7. Each discount code is valid for one transaction only.
  8. The promotion is available for purchases up to a maximum of two adults and two children.
  9. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with a Railcard.
  10. Purchases are valid for travel only on the date and train service(s) stated on the ticket(s).
  11. Tickets must be booked in advance of travel and are subject to availability.
  12. Unique discount codes are on a first-come, first-served basis. 10,000 codes are available. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
  13. Passengers may not start, break and resume, or end their journey at any intermediate station except to change to/from connecting trains as shown on their ticket or other valid travel itinerary.
  14. 50% off Advance single fares are non-refundable, unless your train is delayed or cancelled, and you choose not to travel. See our Refunds & Exchanges for full information.
  15. 50% off Advance single fares can be changed to a different time/date of travel. A £10 administration fee applies, and you’ll also be charged for any difference in price between your ticket and the new ticket. See our Refunds & Exchanges for full information.
  16. You must be 16+ to apply for a unique discount code.

The promoter of this competition is London Northwestern Railway.

How to enter

  • Complete the World Car Free Day survey and opt into marketing communications.
  • One entry per person. Duplicate entries will not be counted.
  • No purchase necessary.
  • Entries close at midnight on Friday 17 October 2025.

Eligibility

  • Open to UK residents aged 18 and over.
  • Employees of London Northwestern and West Midlands Railways and associated parties are excluded.
  • Entries must not contain offensive, misleading, or unlawful content. Breaches may result in disqualification and reporting to authorities.

Prize

  • Two complimentary Day Passes valid on London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway services.
  • Non-transferable, no cash alternative.
  • Winner notified by email before Wednesday 22 October 2025 and must respond within 3 days or forfeit the prize.
  • Travel subject to National Rail Conditions of Carriage.

Winner announcement

  • Winner selected at random.
  • To request winner details, email [email protected] with the competition name in the subject line (after 4 weeks from closing date).

Claiming the prize

  • Prize must be claimed by the winner directly unless written consent is provided for third-party collection.
  • London Northwestern Railway is not liable if the winner cannot redeem the prize.

Ownership and publicity

  • Entries become property of London Northwestern Railway and may be used for promotional purposes.
  • By entering, you grant a licence to use your entry and materials across platforms.
  • Consent for use of personal data can be withdrawn by emailing [email protected]

Data protection

  • Personal data will be used solely for competition administration. See our Privacy Policy.
  • Winner’s name and may be published in line with ASA guidelines.

General

  • London Northwestern Railway may amend, suspend, or cancel the competition at its discretion.
  • These terms are governed by English law and subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
  • Contact: For queries or to withdraw from the competition, email [email protected]