What happens if I use off peak ticket on a peak train?

What happens if I use off peak ticket on a peak train? Off-peak tickets are subject to an additional surcharge, payable to the conductor, if used on a peak train.

Can you upgrade an off-peak ticket to peak?

Off-peak tickets are subject to an additional surcharge, payable to the conductor, if used on a peak train. For travel outside Manhattan on Metro-North, and outside Zones 1/3 on LIRR, the fare is the same on all trains.

Is there a grace period for TfL off-peak?

The grace period is definitely at least 3 minutes and definitely no more than 5 minutes. It shortens the peak period at each end of both peaks. If you are charged off-peak then TfL treat this as a bonus for you. It is designed to minimise instances of people complaining that the clock was fast/slow.

Can you use off-peak tickets twice?

An off peak DAY return is a return the same day. Tickets are valid for one journey only - travelling on the same ticket again is, legally speaking, exactly the same as travelling with no ticket at all. The original ticket is invalid once you have completed the journey.

What zones can you use off peak day travel card?

Can I use an off-peak return at any time?

Not to be confused with Off-Peak Day Returns, the Off-Peak Return ticket requires you to make the outward part of your journey on the date shown on the ticket. The return part of your journey, however, can be completed on any day on an Off-Peak train within one calendar month of the ticket's issue date.

What happens if you get caught on a train without a ticket UK?

Under the Penalty Fares regulations, passengers who are found without a valid ticket for their journey must pay either: a Penalty Fare of £20. twice the full applicable single fare to the next station at which the train calls, whichever is the greater.

Can I book a seat with an off peak ticket?

How to reserve a seat: If you have a Flexible, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak or Open ticket and you need a seat reservation you can make one online using our reservation tool.

What is the difference between off-peak and anytime train tickets?

Off-peak tickets, which used to be known as saver tickets, are usually cheaper than anytime tickets as they are valid for times that are less busy. They can be bought at any time, but are only valid within specific timeframes.

Is it worth reserving a seat on a train?

For example, it's wise to reserve at least several days ahead if you're traveling during a peak time (summer, weekends, holidays), on a route with infrequent service, if you need several seats together (a family with children), or for a train you simply cannot afford to miss.

What is the difference between off-peak and anytime tickets?

Off-peak tickets are cheaper than anytime tickets – an off-peak return is usually only slightly more than an anytime single, but as the name implies, cannot be used during weekday peak periods.

Can I break my train journey with an off peak ticket?

With an Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak ticket, in most cases you can break your journey at any point, or more than once if you wish.

Can I use an off peak travel card at 5pm?

Off-Peak Day Travelcards are valid for unlimited travel from 09:30 Mondays to Fridays, (00:01 Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays) on the day for which the ticket is dated and until 04:29 on the following day.

Can I show my train ticket on my phone?

Show Your eTicket Open the eTicket on your mobile device and show the barcode to the conductor. You can even print your eTicket before you arrive at the station.

Can I show my e-ticket on my phone?

Yes. You can show your E-Ticket directly to the driver on your smartphone or device when boarding. This is the quickest and easiest way.