What are the peak and off-peak train times?

Off-Peak train times generally fall into two main categories: Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday (except bank holidays) from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00. Exact times vary across routes and train companies, but in general – you’ll find off-peak times outside of conventional commuter hours.

What time is off-peak NYC?

Peak Fares are charged during business rush hours, on any weekday train scheduled to arrive in NYC terminals between 6 and 10 AM or depart NYC terminals between 4 and 8 PM. Off-Peak Fares are charged all other times on weekdays, all day on Saturdays and Sundays and holidays as listed below.

Are trains cheaper the day before?

Generally, train fares go up in price, right up until the day you travel. So, the secret to finding cheap train tickets is booking Advance tickets. Our Journey Planner tells you live train times, ticket costs and route stops.

Do trains get more expensive closer to the date?

They’re normally cheaper than the on-the-day price, but as it gets closer to the date of travel the price tends to go up. If you’re searching for a UK route, our Price Prediction tool only works with Advance tickets, so it’s important that your journey search dates are around 12 weeks in advance of travel.

What times are off-peak Northern Rail?

When are the Off-peak train times? Commuter times are considered to be between 16.01 and 18.29 on weekdays, which means that anytime during off-peak train times you can use your tickets. However, this can depend on your journey, the company you’re travelling with, and when you wish to travel.

What are peak hours for train?

Avoid peak travel times Generally speaking, try to avoid travelling between 0630 – 0930 and 1530 – 1830. In terms of train ticket selection, you’ll find that Off-Peak tickets are much cheaper than the fully flexible Anytime tickets.

What happens if you get on a peak train with an off peak ticket?

If you board a train at a time when your Off-Peak ticket is not valid, you will be charged the difference between the fare you have paid and the cheapest valid fare for the service concerned. In some circumstances you may have to pay a penalty fare.

Do train tickets go down closer to departure?

Most train companies release cheap advance tickets about 12 weeks before the date of travel, and they almost always go up in price over time. To get the best fare, it makes sense to book an advance ticket as soon as you can confirm the date and time you want to travel.