Simpler UK fares plans get a mixed reaction

One of the UK's ticket offices, in Bridlington
Bridlington Railway Station ticket office in Yorkshire, UK kitmasterbloke on WikiCommons

The government-managed London and North Eastern Railway has announced plans to radically overhaul its fare structure. The train operating company proposes to simplify the myriad of different fares available, leaving just three options. They say it will give passengers much more surety about the fares they pay. Consumer groups are concerned that bargain basement fares are being abolished.

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Author: Simon Walton

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Simpler UK fares plans get a mixed reaction

One of the UK's ticket offices, in Bridlington
Bridlington Railway Station ticket office in Yorkshire, UK kitmasterbloke on WikiCommons

The government-managed London and North Eastern Railway has announced plans to radically overhaul its fare structure. The train operating company proposes to simplify the myriad of different fares available, leaving just three options. They say it will give passengers much more surety about the fares they pay. Consumer groups are concerned that bargain basement fares are being abolished.

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Author: Simon Walton

Simon Walton is UK correspondent for RailTech.com and Railfreight.com

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