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Northern train tickets & times

Northern is the largest rail operator in the UK.

thetrainline · org.northernrail.android

Not rated yet 1M+ downloads v6.6.27 114.2 MB Android 7.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version
v6.6.27 (606027)
Updated
Aug 28, 2026 (1 month ago)
APK size
114.2 MB
Requires
Android 7.0+ (API 24)
CPU support
x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Graphics
OpenGL ES 2.0+
Category
Maps & Navigation (app)
Listed since
Jul 9, 2021 (at least)
Permissions
38 (2 sensitive)
Website
northernrail.org
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Northern train tickets & times is an app by thetrainline in the Maps & Navigation category, listed since at least July 2021. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 6.6.6, the APK grew from 37.3 MB to 114.2 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 5.0 to 7.0. It asks for 38 permissions, 2 of them sensitive: precise location and approximate location. It asks for the same permissions as version 6.6.26. The app can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

What's new in v6.6.27

In this release, we have made essential bug fixes and performance improvements.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Don’t miss out on the best prices when booking train tickets. Download the Northern app and create an account today and we’ll automatically offer you the lowest fare for any train journey in Great Britain. More benefits of having the Northern train app in your pocket: • No booking fees. • Buy train tickets quickly and easily. • Buy tickets right up until the moment the train departs. • Access to UK train timetable & live train times. • Swap your Advance Tickets for as little as £2.50 on the day. • Save up to 60% when you book tickets in advance. • Save 25% with Duo Tickets when travelling together. • Automatically find the best fares for your journeys. • Quicker refunds on season tickets. • Load your Smart Season Tickets to your Smart Card in just 5 minutes. • Commuter perks, freebies and more. BARCODE SEASON TICKETS A faster way to buy and renew Season tickets via the Northern app. Barcode Season tickets live on your mobile phone, saving you precious moments compared to buying in person. Plus, they offer the same great value with up to 33%* off day tickets. UK TRAIN TIMETABLE & LIVE TRAIN TIMES With the Northern app, you’ll never miss a train again or wonder when the next one is coming. Our app shows live train times and timetables across the whole of the National Rail Network with real time train tracking, so you’re always informed. RESERVE TRAIN SEATS Make sure you have the seats that work for you. Via the Northern app, you can reserve the type of seats that best suit your preferences quickly and easily when you buy and download your train tickets. RAIL JOURNEY PLANNER Journey planning is just as simple with live train departure times and platforms given for most stations. We’ll even remember past searches to speed you up on your way. FINDING TRAIN TICKETS USING THE NORTHERN TRAIN APP Finding train tickets with the Northern app’s built-in search function is easy, simply: • Enter your origin station and the destination you will be travelling to. • Select the ticket type you want to find (single, return, open return, or flexi & season). • Select the date and time you will be travelling. • Add the number of adult / child travellers • Enter any promo codes you would like to apply to the journey. Once you enter these details, the Northern app will automatically find you the cheapest train tickets. Don’t forget about the new Northern family ticket, giving you the chance to travel with your whole family on one ticket. The Northern Family ticket is valid for up to two adults and four children, who are under the age of 15. All you need to do is purchase the ticket through our app and away you go. HOW TO USE YOUR TRAIN TICKETS Using your digital train tickets is easy. Simply make sure your ticket is downloaded and activated within the app on your day of travel and scan it at the platform gates or show it to the ticket inspector on board. GET ONWARD JOURNEY INFORMATION Trying to plan your journey from your final train stations? Our app can help you find local car parking, taxi ranks and information, details about bike storage, airports and more. So, download the Northern app – there’s no smarter or quicker way to plan your journey and buy train tickets! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) View all frequently asked questions on the Northern website: https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/travel/timetables/update FOLLOW US Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for even more travel updates and offers straight to your phone. Twitter: @northernassist Instagram: @northernrailway YouTube: @northernrailwayofficial Facebook: @northernassist Visit the official Northern website to learn more: https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/ *T&Cs apply. View the Northern app page for full terms and conditions: https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/app

Version history

5 versions are listed, going back to v6.6.6. Since v6.6.12 it requires Android 7.0+.

v6.6.27 LATEST Aug 28, 2026 114.2 MB TRUSTED v6.6.26 Aug 5, 2026 111.9 MB TRUSTED v6.6.25 Jul 30, 2026 111.9 MB TRUSTED v6.6.12 Feb 3, 2026 109.9 MB TRUSTED v6.6.6 May 14, 2025 37.3 MB TRUSTED

All 5 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Aug 28, 2026.
  • Certificate issued to “Northern Rail” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
  • Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature verified Aug 28, 2026
  • Validated against Google Play Aug 28, 2026
  • Signed byCN=Unknown, OU=Unknown, O=Northern Rail, L=York, ST=North Yorkshire, C=UK
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)16:D0:48:B1:C0:56:85:EB:57:31:B7:CD:AA:5F:88:47:34:CC:12:52
  • File MD536902e8a40e2753f5567d094c9bf41ed
  • Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (38)

Northern train tickets & times requests 38 permissions, 2 of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

Northern train tickets & times APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Northern train tickets & times for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 7.0 or later. Version 6.6.6 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. Get version 6.6.6 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the Northern train tickets & times APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 36902e8a40e2753f5567d094c9bf41ed.

Tags

northernrail android maps navigation northern railway

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