About our trains

At Avanti West Coast, we pride ourselves on having a fleet of trains that prioritise comfort, speed and sustainability. We want every customer to enjoy a journey that guarantees comfort, alongside a reliable and eco-friendly service.

Explore our fleet

Our fleet currently has three different trains in operation: the refurbished Pendolinos, the new Everos and our classic Super Voyagers.

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Our Pendolino trains

After the largest refurbishment project in UK rail history as of 2023, our Pendolino trains now feature greater luggage space, over 2000 additional Standard seats and modern amenities including wireless chargers. Paired with their advanced tilting technology, the Avanti West Coast Pendolinos set a new standard in rail travel comfort and convenience.

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Our Evero trains

The latest addition to the Avanti family, our £350m Evero fleet of Hitachi trains offers a major leap forward in sustainability and customer comfort. Committed to reducing carbon emissions, these trains feature both fully electric and bi-mode capabilities to reduce their diesel usage. Inside, customers can enjoy comfy seating designed to increase leg room, both plug socket and USB charging points, and even more space for their luggage and bags.

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Our Super Voyager trains

The Super Voyagers are a key part of our fleet, connecting the scenic communities of North Wales with London. Fast and dependable, they offer consistent comfort that you can count on. With a full suite of onboard essentials, these trains ensure that every trip meets the high standards of convenience and reliability expected by our customers.

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Avanti West Coast seating plans

Planning your journey? Avanti’s seating plans not only help you find the right seat but also the ideal platform zone for easy and quick boarding. Just keep in mind that occasionally, our trains may stop in different locations, so boarding zones might vary slightly.

Whether you're looking for a window seat, need to be close to the toilet, or have a bike with you, our seating plans have all the information you need.

We've highlighted wheelchair-accessible seats and bike storage areas to make sure you're set for a smooth journey.

Remember, each train design is a little different. So be sure to check out our Pendolino, Evero and Super Voyager seating maps below.

Downloadable train seating plans

If you’re looking to explore the features available at your seat, by booking directly with us you can use our Seat Picker. This will show the convenient comforts your seat will offer you, from power sockets to luggage racks, without having to hunt for a PDF.

Onboard essentials

Explore our onboard essentials so you have everything you need on your journey:

  • Taking your bike on the train - find out how to easily bring your bicycle along on your journey.
  • Onboard food and drink - explore our food and drinks that will keep you satisfied en route.
  • Pets on board - learn about our pet-friendly policies for when you’re travelling with a furry friend.
  • Luggage - all you need to know about our luggage allowances and storage options.
  • Seat Picker - find out how to get your ideal seat.
  • WiFi - discover how you can stay connected on your journey.

For train enthusiasts

For railway enthusiasts, we have all the information you need right here with our specially curated content for train lovers. We have pages on everything you need to know, whether you’re a seasoned trainspotter or just beginning to delve into the hobby.

Discover the do’s and don’ts of trainspotting, explore the top spots for our trains in action, find out the stories behind our train names, and more.

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