Train fares simplified

The simplification of the train fares has continued.

It follows the introduction of simpler fares for advance journeys in May 2008.

From 07 September ‘Walk-up’ fares (tickets bought on the day of travel) are grouped into: Anytime or Off-Peak.

Anytime fares (singles and returns) can be purchased right up to the day and time of travel. They can be used on any train without restriction.

Current ticket types that fall into the Anytime category include Open Singles and Open Returns.

Off-Peak tickets are cheaper fares. They are useful for businesses wishing to take advantage of periods when train services are less busy.

Off-Peak tickets can be bought up until the time of departure but carry restrictions on the time, day or route of travel. Current ticket types affected include Savers and Cheap Day Returns.