Welcome to Avanti West Coast
Our mission is to be the transport of choice, connecting our customers and communities along the West Coast.
How are we doing?
Data taken from reporting dated 4 - 31 January 2026.
“The West Coast Main Line is the backbone of the UK’s railway, enabling us to connect millions of people with opportunities, support local businesses and make a positive impact in communities, while fostering the innovative environmental practices needed to look after tomorrow.”
Andy Mellors
Managing Director of Avanti West Coast
Stakeholder engagement
We’re giving our customers and stakeholders a voice in shaping the future of today’s railway, and tomorrow’s high-speed trains.
Our Responsible Plan for Sustainability
Social value
News
Avanti West Coast launches new initiative to inspire young people to take up a career in rail
Feel Good Futures teaches local school students about the railway and provides them with unique learning opportunities.
Avanti West Coast employees to tackle Three Peaks challenge for charity
Team of Avanti West Coast employees prepare to take on National Three Peaks in aid of Railway Children.
Wigan landmarks celebrated with unique photographic mural
Wigan North Western station welcomes a new mural celebrating the history and heritage of the town.
Our policies and procedures
We’re committed to meeting all our responsibilities as a rail operator – to our customers, the economy and our planet.
