UK Trains

The first locomotive hauled public railway in the UK opened in 1825. this was the first such railway in the world. In 2010 there were 9,789 miles of standard guage lines in the UK. Most of this network is owned by Network Rail. The British network is now connected to that of continental Europe through the Channel Tunnel. It is possible to book tickets and check times using the tool below (provided byTheTrainline.com)

Buy Tickets in Advance 

You can save an average of over 40% by buying tickets in advance instead of waiting till you get to the station. It's normally possible to get tickets up to 12 weeks in advance so you have a better chance of discounts the earlier you book. Be Flexible Avoid travelling at peak times - very early, mid day and late in the evening tend to be cheaper. Single Tickets Can be Cheaper Sometimes it is cheaper to buy two single tickets than one return ticket. Use the above tool to check out combinations of ticket. Take advantage of available discounts


Advance tickets
Cheap, single tickets offering the best available price for that journey.
Off-Peak Single
Cheaper tickets for travelling on trains during less busy times.
Off-Peak Return
Cheaper tickets for travelling on trains during less busy times.
Anytime Single
Fully flexible tickets, with no time restrictions on when you can travel
Anytime Return
Fully flexible tickets, with no time restrictions on when you can travel.

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