Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak Train Tickets
Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak train tickets are more flexible than Advance tickets. They’re perfect if you’re not restricted to travelling early in the morning or don’t need to arrive at a certain time of day.
It’s worth checking the details before you book as these tickets usually carry restrictions. You may need to travel at specific times of the day, on particular days of the week, or a certain route. The travel restrictions will depend on the journey you’re making. We’ll let you know any restrictions in the detailed ticket information before you make your booking.
The key facts
- You can buy Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak train tickets any time before travelling
- All Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak Single tickets are valid on the date shown on your ticket. If you choose an Off-Peak Return or Super Off-Peak Return, you’ll need to take your outbound trip on the date shown on your ticket but you can return on any day within one calendar month
- Off-Peak Day Return and Super Off-Peak Day Return tickets are valid to make a return trip on the same day
- Super Off-Peak tickets are available on some journeys and tend to be cheaper. They can’t be used on all trains so it’s best to make a note of the eligible train times before you travel
- If you decide not to travel, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are fully refundable. So there’s no need to worry if your plans change.
Are these tickets refundable?
Yes, as these are flexible tickets, they’re fully refundable if you decide not to use them. If you have a Railsmartr online account, then there’s no need to contact us. You can refund them straight away through your account. You can find out more about refunding your Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak tickets here.