LNER celebrates railway love stories and romantic getaways for Valentine's Day

Love is in the air and on the tracks as London North Eastern Railway (LNER) shares heartwarming stories of couples who found love while travelling on its East Coast Main Line.

From chance meetings on crowded trains to long-distance relationships made easier through rail travel, LNER has become an unexpected matchmaker for couples like Natt and Nick, Jess and Andrew, and Victor and Angela.

Natt and Nick: A Digital Love Story on the RailsNatt and Nick bonded over their shared love for railways, meeting online while studying in Durham and Lincoln.

Despite being separated by over 100 miles, the East Coast Main Line kept them connected, with their first date in Durham in 2023, where they watched LNER Azuma trains pass by.

Jess and Andrew: A Christmas Journey Turned Love StoryDuring the busy holiday season of 2019, Jess and Andrew found themselves sitting together on a crowded LNER service from Edinburgh.

Their conversation led to exchanging numbers, and while they kept in touch sporadically, their first official date came in 2022.

In 2024, they celebrated their engagement, proving that one unexpected journey can change everything.

Victor and Angela: A London-Bound Romance

A conversation turned into an email exchange, which led to phone calls, dates, and ultimately, marriage in 2024.

Beyond love stories, LNER has also curated romantic UK city break destinations, ideal for couples looking for a getaway by train.

Some of its top recommendations include:

According to the Department for Transport (DfT), the UK rail industry plays a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions, supporting tourism, and improving national connectivity.