Train operator Northern has announced a flash sale of £1 tickets from Harrogate and Knaresborough to Leeds and York.

Five million tickets are on sale and people have until 4pm tomorrow (January 5) to purchase.

The tickets are valid for travel between Wednesday, January 10, and Friday, March 1, 2024 ,and must be booked at least seven days in advance of travel.

Mark Powles, commercial and customer director at Northern, said:

“The ‘Flash Sale’ extends to every corner of our network, with £1 tickets up for grabs for both local and longer, cross-country journeys.

“We hope the ‘Flash Sale’ will inspire people to get out and about across the region, for those moments that matter most – days out with the family, catch-ups with friends or for no reason other than to enjoy the beautiful countryside and coastlines our region has to offer.

“As always, customers should book early to avoid disappointment. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.”

People can buy the tickets online, on Northern’s website or its app.

Destinations along the Leeds line eligible for the discount are:

Bradford Forster Square, Carlisle, Chester, Doncaster, Halifax, Harrogate, Huddersfield, Ilkley, Knaresborough, Knottingley, Lancaster, Manchester Victoria, Morecambe, Nottingham, Selby, Sheffield, Skipton and York.

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