The New EMR Intercity Train

Proudly introducing the all new EMR Aurora Train

Our brand-new Aurora train arrived this December and will continue to roll out through 2026. Operating on the EMR Intercity route, the new train is set to transform journeys between Sheffield, Nottingham, and London.

Every element has been designed around what matters most to you: comfort, space, connectivity, and a commitment to cleaner, more sustainable travel. This is more than a new train - it marks the beginning of a new era for East Midlands Railway.

Designed to Move You

Every element has been carefully considered, combining elegant design, modern comfort and cutting-edge technology to elevate your journey. Step into light, spacious interiors with generous legroom and clever luggage space that makes every journey effortless. Stay connected with free, improved WiFi and power at every seat and enjoy a smoother, cleaner ride that's better for the planet. Comfortable, spacious, connected and sustainable; everything modern travel should be.

Onboard information

Aurora - Built for space

Built for space:

Smarter storage solutions and a reimagined interior provides 136% more luggage capacity, so you can keep everything close by.

Aurora - Enhanced for connnectivity

Enhanced for connectivity:

With faster, more reliable WiFi, power at every seat and smart digital information screens, helping you stay connected, whether you’re working or unwinding.

Aurora - designed for accessbility

Designed for accessibility:

The Aurora features automatic doors, accessible toilets, clearly marked priority seating and dedicated wheelchair spaces, each with its own power socket for added comfort and convenience.

Aurora - designed for accessbility

Designed around you:

Every detail of Aurora has been shaped with you in mind, from calm, contemporary interiors to smart features that make every journey feel simpler, smoother and more enjoyable.

Aurora - Committed to sustainability

Committed to sustainability:

Aurora’s cleaner, more efficient technology cuts carbon emissions by up to 66% in electric mode. It’s also quieter when running on electric power, creating a smoother journey for passengers and a calmer environment for local communities.

Aurora - designed around you

Comfort built in:

Carefully designed seats with padded armrests, winged headrests and ambient lighting create a calm, spacious environment, with 19% more legroom for added comfort throughout your journey.