The First LNER InterCity 225 Passenger service to Newcastle since 2020 - 30/03/2026
This was the 14:33 departure from London KX operating under the headcode 1N09 with 91114 āDurham Cathedralā doing the honours along with set NL16 & DVT 82222.
Unsurprisingly, the train was packed with a mix of regular passengers and enthusiasts who had come out to see this. Members of the 225 Group and 225 Preservation were also on board for the occasion.
Even though I had to stand in the vestibule the whole way up north because of how busy it was, it was still a really smooth run up to Newcastle with some great views along the way, so I still really enjoyed it. It certainly makes a change being on a MK4 rather than an Azuma on this route as they are much comfier and smoother to ride despite how old they are.
I later travelled back to York on the return working to London, departing Newcastle at 18:27 as 1Y20. I upgraded to First Class for this part of the journey which made a big difference. The seats were comfortable, the service was excellent, and the staff were very friendly. I only recorded a few small clips for this section as I just wanted to enjoy the ride without filming.
From today, the 225s are expected to be a more regular sight in the North East with at least one set expected to go up there almost everyday.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Train arriving
0:40 - Boarding
1:24 - Leaving York
16:20 - Northallerton
22:43 - Darlington
37:43 - Durham
47:50 - Newcastle
51:56 - Extra clips on the return leg
1:04:00 - Arriving back at York
1:04:33 - Train leaving York
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A passenger service operated by LNER using an InterCity 225 set ran from London King's Cross to Newcastle, marking the first such journey north of York since 2020. The train, departing at 14:33 under headcode 1N09, included units 91114 'Durham Cathedral', NL16, and DVT 82222. The service attracted a mix of regular passengers and railway enthusiasts, with members from the 225 Group and 225 Preservation also on board. The journey passed through locations including York, Durham, Darlington, and Newcastle.
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