Which train ticket type should I buy?
Ticket Options
Find which rail ticket type will suit your travel plans and budget.
Advance
Buy in advance, subject to availability. Advance tickets are single (one-way) cheap fares offering great value for money on many longer distance journeys. You must book in advance and travel on a specific train service. View our Advance tickets section for full details of the 'advance' ticket range including ticket terms.
Anytime
Buy your train ticket at any time, travel at any time (walk up and buy). These are the most flexible fares as there are no time restrictions on when you can travel. Perfect if you need complete flexibility. View our Anytime tickets section for details of the anytime ticket range including anytime ticket terms and conditions.
Off-Peak
Buy your train ticket at any time of day and travel off-peak (Off-peak Day, Off-peak Day Return, Anglia Plus, One Day Rover, Off Peak Day Travelcard and Family Travelcard). These are cheaper fares for travelling when the train's are less busy, so they have restrictions on when you can travel.
View our Off-Peak tickets section for details of the off peak ticket range including off-peak ticket terms and conditions.
Travelling without a ticket will incur a Penalty fare
Find out which National Express East Anglia journeys are covered by Penalty Fares
Buy in advance, travel at selected times, subject to availability
Buy any time, travel any time means that you can turn up at the train station, buy your ticket and go.
Buy your train ticket at any time and travel off-peak
Child fares apply to children aged between 5 and 15 inclusive
Make the most of your region. Hop on and off the train with our ranger and rover tickets to help you explore beautiful East Anglia.
If you travel more than three days a week, a season ticket could save you £’s. Check here for season ticket prices.
Monthly, online direct debit scheme, point to point season ticket specially designed for commuters