How do you pay for trains in England?

You can pay with any of the major credit and debit cards, including Visa, MasterCard and Amex. For payments up to £100, you can use your contactless card, mobile device or smartwatch.



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We can accept payment by cash, debit card, credit card or National Rail vouchers. Unfortunately, we no longer accept personal cheques at our ticket offices. We can accept company cheques if you're buying an annual season ticket.

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A: Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage to get started. When you get to the question 'Choose the type of Railcard you would like' select 'Digital' and follow the instructions on the screen to complete your purchase.

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Passengers can purchase tickets prior to boarding via the self-service ticket machines or ticket offices at the train stations. Nonetheless, it is recommended for customers to purchase tickets in advance online. Please click here to discover cheap train tickets on Trip.com!

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You can add money to an Oyster card or use contactless (card or device) straight away. You only pay for the journeys you make and it's cheaper than buying a paper single or return ticket (train companies may offer special deals on some journeys).

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The reasons for this are varied: from the privatisation of the rail industry to the rising cost of infrastructure. The UK does not have fixed rates like other European countries such as France, which can result in flight tickets being cheaper than a regional train journey in the UK.

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While railcards might seem like an expensive investment for those who don't regularly travel by train, do not underestimate their worth. Most railcards mean you could save up to 1/3 on train fares.

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You will be required to provide your passport or UK driving licence or birth certificate or EEA National Identity card as proof of your date of birth and a passport-style photo.

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Costing just £30 a year, the Senior Railcard saves you 1/3 on all Off-Peak journeys offering you immediate savings. Even better, value is the 3-year Railcard at only £70. Over 50 but not quite 60?

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In most circumstances, you must purchase a ticket before you board a train. Most trains require reservations and you should not board reserved trains without a reservation. Passengers who do so are not guaranteed a seat and may be instructed to get off the train at the next station stop.

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You can use contactless payments, including Apple Pay and Google Pay, to purchase tickets at tickets offices and ticket machines. Within the London Zonal area (1-9) you can also use contactless to pay for your journey by tapping in and out.

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Higher fares usually apply when purchasing tickets onboard the train. To secure the best available fare, passengers should purchase tickets prior to boarding the train.

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How to find the cheapest train tickets to London
  1. Get a Railcard: Save up to 1/3 for a whole year.
  2. Book tickets to London in advance: UK train companies including Avanti West Coast, LNER, GWR, East Midlands Railway usually release tickets 12 weeks in advance.


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And since Amtrak travelers 65 years of age and over are eligible to receive a 10% discount on most trains, it becomes an affordable alternative.

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Travel light with 1/3 off fares plus great deals on meals, days out and so much more with a Senior Railcard. The Senior Railcard also acts like a discount card where you can get great offers and deals, with discounts on food, museums and more!

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Pass Description: Purchasing a BritRail Pass gives you the ability to travel across the entire National Rail network of Great Britain. Valid for travel in England, Wales and Scotland with Flexible and Consecutive durations you can hop on all mainline trains to visit some of the most scenic places Britain has to offer.

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