Newcastle-based rail firm Lumo carries record 772 passengers on single service
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Newcastle-based rail firm Lumo carries record 772 passengers on single service

9 Jul 2026 · Originally published 9 Jul 2026 8/10 Original headline: Rail firm Lumo announces record breaking service carrying 772 passengers
Lumo has transported 772 passengers on a single intercity train between London, Newcastle and Edinburgh, setting a new record for the operator. By using a ten-carriage electric service instead of domestic flights, the journey saved approximately 189 tonnes of CO₂e, highlighting the potential for rail to serve as a high-capacity, lower-carbon alternative for long-distance travel.
Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear
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