LondonMidland Paralympic delight

Following on from the celebration of the Olympic gold rush, the Paralympians have done even better for LondonMidland passengers by enticing the company to give a 34% online discount on off-peak and advance tickets (including First Class once more) up to the end of September.

Don't forget that the 0753 LondonMidland service from Birmingham New Street is by far the cheapest way to get to London before 10.30 Monday to Friday as it is priced as an off-peak train AND, of course, there are NO peak restrictions in the evening back from Euston! Thus, with the discount, a Standard Class off-peak return would cost £18.50 (or £30.35 First) whilst Advance standard can be as cheap as £9.25 (or £10.55 First). Don't forget that journey times are 2 hours plus without refreshments or on-board wi-fi... however, the Desiros do ride well and aren't as claustrophic in Standard Class as the Pendolinos.