# TransPennine Express — Train tickets and times

> UK train ticket booking and live travel information app. (iPhone/iPad app by TransPennine Express.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transpennine-express/id460359233 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TransPennine Express](https://appshunter.io/developer/1709943037)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 193 App Store ratings · 110 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 83 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-02-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transpennine-express/id460359233/reviews.md

## What is TransPennine Express?

No booking or card fees – download the TransPennine Express app to plan your next journey and buy train tickets to any UK railway station.

Key Features:



- Book in advance and you could save over 50%* with Advance tickets
- Store eTickets in our app or save them to your Apple wallet
- Buy Digital Railcards, conveniently stored in our app for easy access

- Enjoy discounts and promotions on TransPennine Express fares, subject to availability
- View live departure and arrival times for all UK Rail services
- Make searching quick and easy by saving common journeys
- Easily manage your bookings on the go in My account


Together, we’re going places. Download now and book your journey.



Information to note:


Got a question? See our FAQs: https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/help/contact-us/faqs


Need to get in touch? Find the best way to here: https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/help/contact-us


Follow us on Social Media @TPExpressTrains on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook


Learn more about us at https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/


* Full T&Cs for Advance tickets available at https://www.tpexpress.co.uk/special-offers/advance-bookings

## Key features

- Book train tickets with no fees
- Save up to 50% with advance tickets
- Store eTickets and digital railcards
- View live departure and arrival times
- Save common journeys for quick search
- Manage bookings in 'My account'

## What do users think of TransPennine Express?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy and quick to use
- 👍 Straightforward app
- ⭐️ Great savings and easy to navigate
- ⭐️ Efficient and quick to book and pay for tickets

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes and technical issues
- 🔒 Frequent log-outs and login problems
- 🔍 Difficult to find and access tickets
- 🤔 Unintuitive user experience and poor design
- 🔍 Lack of useful features like Apple Wallet integration

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Tickets disappearing from the app
- Issues with adding tickets to Apple Wallet
- App not working outside the UK

**Most requested features**

- Add tickets to Apple Wallet
- Remember login details and payment info
- Improve user interface and flow
- Provide better information on tickets and journeys
- Allow booking of open return tickets

## Recent user reviews (10 of 110)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/transpennine-express/id460359233/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Senior Railcard option doesn’t work!

*2026-05-09, version 5.0.15*

For some reason the app does not allow me to add my Senior Railcard. I could add or remove any others (if I had them), but not this one. Seems a problem that should be fixed.

### 3/5 — Caution altering purchase

*2026-04-18, version 5.0.14*

Basket does not clear if you go back and change something so could have purchased £225 worth of tickets instead of £55.

### 5/5 — Good service

*2026-04-04, version 5.0.14*

Good service with good price

### 5/5 — Booking a Ticket or two

*2026-03-24, version 5.0.14*

East Peasy

### 3/5 — Save card details

*2026-03-22, version 5.0.13*

As other reviewers say, the Save My Card details option is not available meaning you have to type in the full card details each time. Please add this feature again and it’ll be a 5 star review.

### 5/5 — Newcastle trip

*2026-03-18, version 5.0.13*

2nd time using this app so easy & quick the train journey is so easy&  fast

### 2/5 — Add to wallet not working

*2026-03-10, version 5.0.13*

Just bought some tickets, but the “Add to Apple Wallet” button doesn’t work - briefly shows a swirling icon, but nothing appearing. Apple Pay is still not supported on the website (it used to be, it then stopped working, and is now not offered).

### 5/5 — App

*2026-02-24, version 5.0.13*

Easy to use very happy

### 5/5 — Service is great

*2026-01-29, version 5.0.11*

Great service

### 1/5 — Mr

*2026-01-07, version 5.0.10*

All good except. Your support is abroad the lady couldn’t understand me, so I hung up on her no point having a call centre that can’t speak English especially when your so expensive to travel

## Frequently asked questions about TransPennine Express

### What does the TransPennine Express app do?

The app allows users to plan their train journeys across the UK and purchase tickets without any booking or card fees. It also provides live departure and arrival times for all UK rail services and allows users to manage their bookings.

### How can I save money on train tickets with this app?

You can save money by booking in advance, which can offer savings of over 50% with 'Advance' tickets. The app also provides access to discounts and promotions on TransPennine Express fares, subject to availability.

### Is the app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. There are no booking or card fees associated with purchasing tickets through the app.

### Where can I find help or contact customer support?

You can find answers to common questions in the app's FAQs, accessible via a link to their website. For direct assistance, the app also provides information on the best ways to get in touch with customer support through their website.

### Can I store my tickets and railcards in the app?

Yes, you can store your eTickets directly in the app or save them to your Apple Wallet. Additionally, Digital Railcards can be purchased and conveniently stored within the app for easy access.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0.23 — 2026-08-25

App enhancements and performance updates.

### 5.0.22 — 2026-08-11

App enhancements and performance updates.

### 5.0.21 — 2026-07-31

App enhancements and performance updates.

### 5.0.20 — 2026-07-14

App enhancements and performance updates.

### 5.0.19 — 2026-07-02

App enhancements and performance updates.

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