The Trains are quite old and the first class service is very limited - I paid £29 for an upgrade to 1st and basically got a hot drink some crisps and a chocolate bar for that - as well as bigger seat... See more
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On 13 December took 10:48 Grand Central Train outward from Kings Cross to Bradford: smooth journey, arrived on time. Different experience for the return leg on Monday 15 December - 10:39 departure can... See more
The first class cabin was nice and the at seat service of a hot drink and snacks was great. The service was also on time. The only drawbacks was the expense of the ticket compared to travelling by LNE... See more
Trains generally leave and arrive on time. Seat reservations work. AC usually works. WiFi is usually rubbish. Overhead luggage racks are too small. Trains are rattly and noisy. Ryan Air on rails. But... See more
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Northern House, Rougier Street, YO1 6HZ, York, United Kingdom
- 0345 603 4852
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- www.grandcentralrail.com
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Excellent company
Excellent company, on time, kept abreast of all issues in a timely manner, comfortable carriages, no hesitation recommending for your train travels.🙂
17 July 2026
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Dirty trains and delayed services
Several delays, seat changes, cancellations. But also these trains are so unclean, in all the services I have been on it’s the same filthy seats and carriages. Sort it out Grand Central
12 July 2026
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train was on time
train was on time.
unfortunately you can only order food if you use qr code and I couldn't get on their WiFi the whole journey so take your own food and drink
6 July 2026
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Reliable service these days
Reliable service these days
Friendly staff
First class for me these days which is much more comfortable for not much more
I’ve been using this service for quite a while now, consistent
WiFi connection ooor
3 July 2026
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Helpful and friendly staff
Helpful and friendly staff. Heatwave we travelled home with dog. Air conditioning working. Excellent service
27 June 2026
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Great trip
Really easy booking procedure. Staff visible in the stations snd all through the train.
Train was clean and seats are roomy. Both the train up and down ran in time no issues despite lots of other companies cancelling trains due to the weather
26 June 2026
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Smooth Travel with Grand Central Railway
The journey with Grand Central went really well. From departure and arrival on time, to having the comfort of reserved seats; things worked out as planned (which is always nice but can never be guaranteed). Overall a very good experience and I would recommend Grand Central for long distance travel,
28 June 2026
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A very pleasant journey.
The train was lovely and cool considering it was so hot outside! It was clean and welcoming too. The staff on board were very helpful and there seemed to be a few passing through regularly, should any problems have arisen. Thanks for a very pleasant journey
25 June 2026
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A Decent Train Journey
Was great experience on this service.
It all went fine when booking my tickets and there was no problems at all when they were being checked by staff.
It was very useful that there was a buffet shop where I could help myself to something during the journey.
The service I was travelling on was a few minutes delayed along the route but I didn’t mind because it didn’t impact my next plans straight after.
It really was a pleasant journey for me because it was nice and quiet in the Coach I was travelling on.
25 June 2026
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Extremely comfortable seats with lots of leg room
Extremely comfortable seats, given the choice I would always go with Grand Central because there is so much leg room. Very friendly and helpful staff, too
14 June 2026
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Great service
Great service , everything on time. Great staff. Good seats . Guard took cases and helped an elderly couple.Great value for money.Good booking service.
5 June 2026
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Travel on the Grand Central
Travel on the Grand Central 4 or 5 times a year and each time it has been on time and no delays.Booking process is easy and it’s a direct service from where I live.
29 May 2026
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First Class Upgrade
As I type I am travelling on the 17.06 from Doncaster to Kings Cross in the first class carriage.
I have to say I am disappointed. Having looked at the options on-line before travelling the options weren’t extensive but the ‘scubby’s chilli and lemon humous chips’ sounded appealing.
However when we got on the train the only savoury options were crisps and pretzels. When they arrived (thrown on the table by a member of staff….shouting our seat numbers) the crisps were a small 20g packet and the pretzels even smaller at 10g!!
Is this the best Grand Central can offer?
On the plus side the seats were comfortable and the carriage quiet.
I would normally travel Hull Trains or LNER and when compared their first class service is far superior!!
Not sure I would be tempted to upgrade to first class in the future if the option was travelling with Grand Central….poor service.
22 May 2026
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My train to Kings Cross was cancelled
My train to Kings Cross was cancelled. Staff at Brighouse especially Harry was so helpful helped told me to get the train to York there go to platform 5 where a Gran Central train will go direct to Kings Cross. Very professionally handled and fast. Turned a nightmare into a successful journey. Thank you to all the team
20 May 2026
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Grotty trains, don't pay compensation!!
Grotty trains, and only company I have used that has refused delay/cancellation repay when a train was completely cancelled and I had to abandon the journey, never had this issue with LNER, AVOID if you can when planning a journey into Kings Cross London!
5 May 2026
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Delayed because air-conditioning was…
Delayed because air-conditioning was not working on a couple of carriages so had to stop and open doors along the journey. Booked it by mistake, normally I travel with LNER
21 May 2026
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