simple fares

Simple Fares

Simple Fares Explained

FAQ	Ticket names
	ADVANCE	SUPER OFF-PEAK	OFF-PEAK	ANYTIME
What are the cheapest tickets?	Cheapest; the earlier you book the better the deal	Next cheapest	More than Super Off-Peak, cheaper than Anytime	Most expensive
What travel flexibility do the tickets offer?
Outward	Least flexible: must travel on date and train time specified	Flexible travel within limited off-peak times on date of ticket	Flexible travel within off-peak times on date of ticket	Fully flexible, 'Open travel' any time on date of ticket, or up to 5 days after**
Return	Must travel on date and time specified	Any day within one calendar month**	Any day within one calendar month**	Any day within one calendar month**
When do I have to buy my ticket?	Before day of travel, from 12 weeks in advance. Subject to availability	On or before day of travel	On or before day of travel	On or before day of travel
Sold as Single and Return tickets?	Single tickets only. Combine two singles for a return.	Sold as single and return tickets	Sold as single and return tickets	Sold as single and return tickets
Are refunds available?	No Refunds	Yes, within 28 days of ticket expiry, minus £10 fee per ticket	Yes, within 28 days of ticket expiry, minus £10 fee per ticket	Yes, within 28 days of ticket expiry, minus £10 fee per ticket
Can I use my railcard for a discount?	Yes*	Yes*	Yes*	Yes*
*Restrictions may apply at certain times of the day and/or on First class products. **For the one day variants of these tickets (e.g. Off Peak Day Return) then travel must be on the data specified on the ticket

Your Questions Answered

• Q. Why are there fewer ticket names?
• A. We all want to get the best value fare for our rail journey, so with fewer names you can quickly work out what ticket you need to make your journey.

• Q. Do tickets have common terms & conditions?
• A. Advance ticket terms and conditions are now the same across all train companies nationwide, so you know exactly where you stand.

• Q. Can I reserve seats on all ticket types?
• A. Yes, if the train service offers reservations then seat reservations are available on all tickets, and are compulsory reservation on Advance Tickets.