London Northwestern Railway Launches Electric Trains with Nearly Double the Seating Capacity

London Northwestern Railway (LNR) has launched its new fleet of electric trains, bringing major improvements for millions of passengers. The Alstom-built Class 730/2 trains began carrying passengers between London Euston and Northampton on June 9, 2025. The fleet of 36 five-car trains adds 180 new carriages to the network, boosting passenger capacity by 20% on busy routes. Each train offers 406 seats, nearly double the 233 seats on the older Class 350 trains they replace. When paired together, they can provide 812 seats across 10 carriages. “These trains will make a real difference, bringing more capacity and modern features to … Continue reading London Northwestern Railway Launches Electric Trains with Nearly Double the Seating Capacity