Connect

Our EMR Connect trains provide frequent and convenient services between Corby and London St Pancras International

EMR’s electric Class 360 fleet operates EMR Connect and Luton Airport Express services between Corby and London St Pancras stopping at Kettering, Wellingborough, Bedford, Luton, Luton Airport Parkway. Our EMR Connect service offers services in both directions every 30 minutes, providing thousands of additional seats. View our latest timetables for more information on our Connect services.

As part of a big regional refurb, EMR has announced the start of a £60 million programme to refurbish it's fleet of Class 360's on the Connect route, as well as refurbishments to it's Class 158 and Class 170 trains on the Regional route. Together with the introduction of the new Aurora Intercity trains, this will mean that all of EMR's trains will either be replaced with new trains or refurbished.

As part of the refurbishment programme the trains will be upgraded to provide better facilities for commuter, leisure and airport passengers including new 2+2 seating throughout the trains in a mixture of airline style and bay seats, luggage racks, charging points and new passenger information systems.

Step onboard our Connect Trains

Passengers on the service can expect:

  • Free WiFi
  • More seats for passengers
  • CCTV

Luggage space

Our trains have overhead racks for hand luggage and smaller bags, as well as space for suitcases.

You can bring a maximum of three items of luggage on board - up to two larger items and a smaller bag - but make sure you only bring the luggage you can carry yourself.

Our Connect Fleet

Class 360’s

The trains that operate our Connect service are known as Class 360’s. These electric trains are quieter and kinder to the environment with a smaller carbon footprint. They replaced diesel-powered trains on this route, which reduced carbon emissions by 77% and are quieter for those who live and work near the railway. The Class 360 fleet is comprised of 21 four carriage trains which can be joined together and run as 4, 8 or 12 carriage trains.

Class 360 train

Accessibility of our trains

Compliant with PRM-TSI.

Number of units 21
On train staff to provide assistance Yes
Routes operated

​​Corby to London St Pancras

Boarding ramp Yes
Wheelchair space Yes
Scooter/mobility aid acceptance Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet Yes
Standard toilet Yes
Aural information Yes
Visual information Yes
Priority seating Yes
WiFi Yes
Baby change facilities Yes

See the rest of our fleet

Intercity

Take a look at the 222s that operate our Intercity services.

Find out more about our Intercity route

Regional

Find out about the Class 158 and 170 fleets that operate our Regional services.

Find out more about our Regional route