East Midlands Railway News

30 Sep 2026

EMR to increase Intercity timetable to 96% from 19 October

EMR to take the next step towards restoring its full Intercity timetable.
Intercity services will increase from 92% to 96% of the planned timetable from Monday, 19 October.
Further services restored for customers travelling between Sheffield, Nottingham and London St Pancras.
Additional weekday and weekend services return, providing greater choice and flexibility for customers.
EMR thanks customers for their patience while it continues to work with Hitachi Rail to improve fleet performance and reliability.

24 Sep 2026

Lincoln & Lindsey Blind Society presents EMR with its Members' Choice Award.
Award recognises EMR's commitment to welcoming, inclusive travel for visually impaired passengers.
Members singled out Lincoln station's helpful staff, well-maintained accessible facilities and easy-to-navigate spaces.

22 Sep 2026

East Midlands Railway and the East Midlands Combined County Authority have launched a new tourism map
The map brings together key attractions across the East Midlands and shows how they can be reached using public transport
The map is available via EMR's website
The maps launch coincides with World Car Free Day