Do Lumo trains have tables?

Aside from the lack of First Class the key features of the coaches on a Lumo train are: There are only two sets of table seats per coach, so most of the seats are airline style.



Yes, Lumo trains—the low-cost "electric-only" service running between London and Edinburgh—are fully equipped with tables at every seat. Following a major fleet-wide seat upgrade completed in late 2025, Lumo has improved the comfort and utility of its "one-class" (Standard) carriages. Every seat now features a large, sturdy tray table (or a fixed table for group seating) that is specifically designed to accommodate laptops and tablets for the 4.5-hour journey. In 2026, these tables are accompanied by individual table lights and a power socket at every seat, making the train a popular mobile office for "digital nomads" and business travelers. While Lumo is a budget carrier and does not offer a separate "First Class" section, the seating is designed to be ergonomic with "winged headrests" and generous legroom. The tables also feature QR codes that allow you to use the "LumoEats" service, where you can order food and drink directly to your seat, further enhancing the "standard-plus" experience that has made Lumo a fierce competitor to both LNER and domestic airlines on the East Coast Main Line.

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That's why you can still go with the flow when you buy food onboard any Lumo journey. Simply select from our range of delicious snacks and drinks from our on-board catering trolley. Where can I find allergen information? We are committed to ensuring everybody can enjoy our delicious food.

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The seats are pretty firm, we'll be honest. While legroom is good, they won't be winning any awards for comfort. You'll also find a tray table for each seat that'll pull out to make some more room for a laptop. Under your seat you'll see that there's a four-pin socket each.

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Seating accommodations Comfortable and economical, Coach Class offers large, reclining seats with fold-down tray tables, overhead reading lights, and overhead luggage racks.

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Here at Lumo, we understand you may wish to keep your luggage close by, and that what you are travelling with is important, but depending on the size this may not always be possible. All customers can bring on board a maximum of ONE Small bag OR Holdall and ONE Medium suitcase (63 x 41 x 27cm).

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Lumo runs low-cost trains on the East Coast mainline. In some ways it's something completely new to the British network and has been likened to a budget airline on rails. There's no first class, no dining car and no paper tickets — but there are single fares from London to Edinburgh for less than £20.

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Lumo is a British open-access operator owned by FirstGroup that operates passenger trains on the East Coast Main Line between London King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley.

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What are their trains like? Each pair of seats has access to two USB ports and a single three-pin socket. You'll find that all seats are in a 2+2 layout throughout the train, as the entire train is Standard Class only.

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Trains for which you can reserve seats are marked with an R (meaning a reservation is possible) or an R in a rectangular frame (meaning a reservation is compulsory) in the timetable.

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If overcrowding becomes intense, first class can be “declassified”, i.e. opened up to all passengers, regardless of their tickets. But there is no automatic right to occupy first class. Ad hoc declassification typically happens after other trains have been cancelled or seriously delayed.

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The perks. Traveling first class usually means spacious, comfortable seats, amenities such as USB-ports, free Wi-Fi and – in some cases – complimentary drinks and meals. Sometimes the perks of traveling first class even start before boarding the train, with access to lounges and priority check-in.

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Can I choose a specific seat? Not while you're making a reservation. Your seat will be automatically assigned when you complete your reservation. You may change your assigned seat at any time after your booking is complete using interactive seat maps on the Amtrak app or on Amtrak.com.

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