With an Annual Season Ticket, unlimited travel during evenings, weekends, and holidays makes it perfect not only for commuting but also for spontaneous trips and leisure travel throughout the year.
you only need to sort your travel once a year - no more daily, weekly or monthly renewals, and no more queuing at ticket machines or ticket offices. It’s the ultimate cost and time-saving option for regular commuters. Your Annual Season Ticket keeps your rail travel easy and cheap, all year round.
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What is an Annual Season Ticket?
An Annual Season Ticket is the most cost-effective option for those who travel regularly between the same stations. It offers even greater savings than Monthly or Weekly Season Tickets , and it gives you unlimited travel for an entire year.
Whether you're heading to work, making weekend plans, or taking occasional day trips, an Annual Season Ticket ensures your travel is always sorted, hassle-free, and cheaper.
- Ideal for regular commuters travelling between the same two stations.
- Valid every day, at any time (peak or off-peak) including holidays and weekends.
- Travel as much as you like for a full calendar year between the stations shown on your ticket (and all stations in between).
Benefits of Annual Season Tickets
An Annual Season Ticket is the ultimate value option for frequent travellers. With 12 months of unlimited travel, you'll enjoy long-term convenience, significant cost savings, and total flexibility - all while skipping the queues.
- Unlimited travel for a whole year - any time of day, any day of the week.
- Big savings - equivalent to 12 months for the price of around 10 Monthly Tickets.
- Digital ticket options available on selected routes for easy access via smartphone.
- No need to queue - buy online or through our app.
- Peace of mind for 12 months of travel with no renewals or interruptions.
- Can be used for both work and leisure, making it perfect for all your plans.
Choose an Annual Season Ticket and make the most of your rail travel today.
Annual Season Ticket Photocard
A photocard is required when using a paper Annual Season Ticket. To get one, visit a staffed station with a passport-sized photo, and you’ll be issued a photocard free of charge.
If you already have a photocard, simply enter your photocard number when purchasing your Annual Season Ticket, and we’ll link it to your ticket.
How to Buy Annual Season Tickets
Purchasing your yearly train ticket is simple and can be done online, through the app, or at the station. Buy in advance and enjoy uninterrupted travel for an entire year.
Ways to buy your yearly ticket:
- Online: Avoid the queues and purchase your ticket in advance. Some routes support digital Annual Season Tickets for added convenience.
- Ticket machines: Located at most train stations for quick purchases.
- Station ticket offices: Staff are available to help and can issue a photocard if needed.
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Annual Season Ticket FAQs
The cost of a yearly train ticket will vary depending on the route you’re travelling on.
Use our Season Ticket Calculator here to identify the most effective option for your needs. Find out how much money you could save by purchasing an Annual Season Ticket today.
You can purchase Annual Season Tickets in several convenient ways. Buying online allows you to skip station queues and gain instant access on supported digital routes. Ticket machines at most stations offer a fast and convenient option for purchasing your ticket. Alternatively, you can visit a station ticket office, where staff are available to assist you with your purchase and provide a photocard if needed.
Yes. Your ticket allows unlimited travel between the stations it covers at any time—peak or off-peak, weekdays or weekends. Just ensure it’s used on the specified route or with the correct operator.
Yes, a photocard is required for paper Annual Tickets to verify your identity. For digital tickets, a photocard is not needed since your identity is linked to your online account and device.
Yes. Refunds are available and are calculated on a pro-rata basis with deductions based on the number of months used. An administration fee may apply.
If you lose a paper Annual Ticket, visit a station office for a replacement. If you're using a digital ticket, it remains secure in your app and accessible via your account—no worries about misplacing it.