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What are the Various UK Train Ticket Types? (Melon Rail)
What are the Various UK Train Ticket Types? (Melon Rail)
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Written by James Forbes
Updated over 2 weeks ago

When booking, you'll have the option to choose between return or single fares. Within these, there are three main ticket types:

Advance Fares

  • Discounted ticket prices

  • Must travel on selected, specific trains.

  • Only available for single tickets (one-way)

  • Tend to be non-refundable!

Off-Peak Fares

  • Flexible tickets for travel during certain hours/times

  • Available for both return and single tickets

  • Travel is only permitted within specified off-peak periods.

Anytime Fares

  • Completely flexible for travel at any time of day

  • Available for both return and single tickets

  • Travel is permitted on any route between your chosen stations without time restrictions.

Review the details carefully to understand the conditions of each fare by clicking View Fare details before making your selection.

For more information on booking your trains have a look at your Rail Booking Guide!

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