Fare types

Introducing simpler rail fares.

New names for rail fares are being introduced across the National Rail network.

The new names bring together commonly used Single and Return fares into three categories. The new names describe when you can buy or use a ticket, making it easier for you to buy the best value ticket for your journey.

Customer feedback suggested that it isn’t always easy to find the best value ticket to match their needs because of the range of ticket names and different fares available.

The new fare names simplify the choice, allowing you to choose your rail ticket with confidence.

The new names will apply to Single and Return fares in Standard and First Class.

Other tickets, like Season and Rover tickets, won’t change.

The new names are:

Buy anytime, travel anytime.

Anytime fares are fully flexible tickets, with no restriction on when you can travel. Perfect for people who need complete flexibility.

Buy anytime, travel off-peak.

Off-Peak fares are cheaper tickets for travelling on trains that are less busy.

Buy in advance, subject to availability.

Advance fares are single (one-way) tickets offering great value for money on many longer distance journeys. You must book in advance and travel on a specific train service.