Off-Peak
Buy any time, travel off-peak.
Off-Peak fares are cheaper tickets for travelling on trains that are less busy.
Offering good value for money, these tickets may require you to travel at specific times of day, days of the week or on a specific route.
Where there is more than one Off-Peak fare for a journey, the cheaper fare with more restrictions will be called Super Off-Peak.
You can buy Off-Peak tickets any time before you travel. The travel restrictions for your Off-Peak ticket will depend on the journey you are making and will be advised when you buy your ticket.
Off-Peak Single and Off-Peak Day (Single and Return) tickets must be used on the date shown on the ticket. For Off-Peak Return tickets, outward journeys must be made on the date shown on your ticket and return journeys must be made within one calendar month.
Child discounts apply for all Off-Peak fares.
Railcard holders get 1/3 off all Standard Class Off-Peak fares. Senior, HM Forces and Disabled Persons Railcard holders also get 1/3 off all First Class Off-Peak fares. Please note that minimum fares / time restrictions may apply to tickets bought with a Railcard.
Choosing your ticket
If you're not sure which is the best ticket for you, choose a ticket type from the menu and we'll try to answer your questions.
Off Peak Return
summary of conditions or restrictions
|
Restriction |
| When can I make my outward journey? |
Any off peak train on date shown on ticket |
| When can I make my return journey? |
Any off peak train within one calender month |
| Can I break my journey? |
Not on outward except for changing trains. Return Journey can be broken. |
| What train can I travel on? |
Any off peak train, subject to route of ticket |
| Is availability controlled? |
No |
| What is the booking deadline? |
Day of Travel |
| Do I need a seat reservation? |
Advisable |
| Do railcard discounts apply? |
Yes |
| Can I change my travel plans once booked? |
Yes - Free of Charge |
| Can I get a refund? |
Yes - Less administration fee |
| Where can I buy this ticket? |
All outlets |