Train timetables
Train timetable
Our network stretches from Scotland to Cornwall, so you’re bound to find somewhere you’d like to visit. Timetables are correct at the time of production and are usually planned 6 months in advance.
If you’re looking for inspiration for your leisure journeys, check out our destination pages to see where CrossCountry can take you.
CrossCountry Route Map
Based in the heart of the UK, CrossCountry train network provides fast train services connecting major cities across Britain.* Download and plan your route below.
Scotland, North East & Manchester to the South West and South Coast
View our timetable for Sunday 18 May 2025 to Saturday 13 December 2025.
Stansted, Cambridge, Leicester and Nottingham to Birmingham & Cardiff
View our timetable for Sunday 18 May 2025 to Saturday 13 December 2025.
Create a personalised timetable
Why not create your own personalised timetable and download it as a PDF document.
*Services at weekends may also be affected by engineering work.
Advance booking dates
Due engineering work we are currently running a reduced advance booking window.
Whilst tickets can be bought up to three months prior to travel, seat reservations are not available until closer to the journey date. The table below provides the latest date that you can reserve seat reservations on our services. We apologise for any inconvenience caused, please check back for updates.
| Popular Routes | Monday - Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
| Edinburgh - Plymouth |
31 October 2025 |
25 October 2025 |
26 October 2025 |
| Newcastle - Reading |
32 October 2025 |
25 October 2025 |
26 October 2025 |
| Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth |
31 October 2025 |
25 October 2025 |
26 October 2025 |
| Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol TM |
31 October 2025 |
25 October 2025 |
26 October 2025 |
| Nottingham - Cardiff Central |
31 October 2025 |
25 October 2025 |
26 October 2025 |
| Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport |
31 October 2025 |
25 October 2025 |
26 October 2025 |
(Last updated: Friday 11 July 2025).
Passenger Assist
We are still operating both booked and un-booked Passenger Assistance services for those passengers that require this, although we are encouraging customers to book ahead so we can ensure the correct provision of assistance is provided. For more information please visit here.