While The Great British Rail Sale might be over, you can still bag a bargain with Railsmartr. Unsure where to begin? We’ve produced a guide to our favourite cheap tickets.
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Looking for more inspiration? We’ve written about day trips from Newcastle, day trips from Leeds and more. You could also take a look at our Expert Tips for more advice on getting the most out of your train tickets.
Most Rail Sale discounts apply to Advance single tickets, usually available at less busy times of the day
Search out direct journeys using a single train operator, for instance Avanti West Coast or LNER, for Rail Sale deals
Over 3 million train tickets are up for grabs in the anniversary Rail Sale but once they’re gone, they’re gone!
The Great British Rail Sale tickets are limited and subject to availability and exclusions. See full terms & conditions for more details. Book between 6 January and 12 January 2025 for travel between 13 January and 25 March 2026. Tickets must be purchased at least 3 to 7 days in advance, depending on which train company you travel with. Promotional tickets are available on selected routes only. No Railcard discounts apply. No booking or cancellation fees apply if tickets are booked through Railsmartr.co.uk. Please contact your train company if you have specific accessibility requirements. Offer ends at 23:59 on 12 January 2026.