Anytime Single and Return Tickets

ANYTIME SINGLE AND RETURN TICKETS

Anytime train tickets are fully flexible and convenient, allowing you to travel at a time that suits you best. There are no restrictions on the time of day you can travel using an Anytime ticket and you can travel on peak services. Anytime single and return tickets are ideal if you don’t know the exact time you want to travel, giving you more flexibility. These train tickets are available as a one-way single, return, day single or return option in both standard and first class.

Anytime tickets can show “any permitted” allowing you to travel on any train operator, or they can state a train operator meaning you must travel with a specific operator.

What are the Advantages of Anytime Tickets?

Anytime tickets offer flexibility so you can travel at any time with no restrictions
You can buy Anytime tickets in advance or on the same day of travel
Anytime tickets can be purchased for both standard and first class
Save 1/3 when you book with a railcard

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What are Anytime Train Tickets?

Anytime train tickets are fully flexible tickets allowing you to travel at any time of the day. These tickets can be purchased as an Anytime Single, Anytime Return, Anytime Day Single or Anytime Day Return in both standard and first class. Travel any time of the day, even during peak times, with no time restrictions.

How do Anytime Train Tickets work?

Anytime Train Tickets have no time restrictions, so you can travel at any time of day, including peak services.

You can choose between an Anytime Single or an Anytime Return ticket, depending on whether you need a one-way or return journey.

Both Anytime Single and Anytime Return tickets allow you to break your journey meaning you can get off at an intermediate station and continue later the same day.

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Anytime Train Ticket Rules & Conditions

Anytime Single – You must use this ticket within two days of the date shown on the ticket and until 04:29 the following morning

Anytime Return – You must use this ticket on the date shown on the ticket, or within five days, and return back anytime within one calendar month

Anytime Day Single & Return – You must use this ticket on the date shown on the ticket and up to 04:29 the following day

Anytime train tickets may have operator restrictions, ie. you may have a Hull Trains only ticket unless it states “Any Permitted” which means you can travel with any operator for your chosen route.

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What are the Advantages of Anytime Tickets?

• Flexible travel option
• Travel at any time of the day
• You can break your journey at stations along your route
• Can be purchased at any time before you travel
• Your ticket is refundable
• Railcard discounts can be applied

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How much is an Anytime train ticket?

The price of an Anytime train ticket varies depending on your journey and route. These tickets are generally more expensive than advance or off peak tickets due to its added flexibility.

Find the exact cost of an Anytime ticket by searching your journey and choosing an Anytime ticket. Railcard discounts can be applied making it cheaper, and children aged 5-15 get 50% off.

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How to book an Anytime train ticket

You can book Anytime Single and Return train tickets in advance or on the same day of travel.

Make a search on the Hull Trains website or app - enter your journey details, dates, passengers and railcards if applicable. Select an Anytime Single or Anytime Return. Choose your outward time, but remember you can travel at any time with this ticket.

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Types of Anytime Tickets

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Anytime Single Train Tickets

One-way journey, valid on a specified route. Use within two days of the date shown on the ticket and until 04:29 the following morning.

Anytime Return Train Tickets

Valid for a return journey, either same day or within one month. Use on the date shown on the ticket, or within five days, and return back anytime within one calendar month.

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Anytime Day Single & Return Train Tickets

Travel on any service on your chosen route that day. Use on the date shown on the ticket and up to 04:29 the following day.

Anytime Single Train Tickets

One-way journey, valid on a specified route. Use within two days of the date shown on the ticket and until 04:29 the following morning.

Anytime Return Train Tickets

Valid for a return journey, either same day or within one month. Use on the date shown on the ticket, or within five days, and return back anytime within one calendar month.

Anytime Day Single & Return Train Tickets

Travel on any service on your chosen route that day. Use on the date shown on the ticket and up to 04:29 the following day.

Other Ticket Types

Advance Tickets

Single, one-way train tickets for travel on a specific service of your choice, that come with a seat reservation.

Advance Ticket Information

Off Peak Tickets

Valid for travel on Off Peak services only, offering a more flexible way to travel compared to Advance tickets.

Off Peak Ticket Information

Super Off Peak Tickets

Travel outside of peak times with a Super Off Peak train ticket.

Super Off Peak Ticket Information

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Other Ticket Types

View our helpful guide to other train ticket types and choose the right one for you and your journey needs.

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Advance Tickets

Single, one-way train tickets for travel on a specific service of your choice, that come with a seat reservation.

Advance Ticket Information

Off Peak Tickets

Valid for travel on Off Peak services only, offering a more flexible way to travel compared to Advance tickets.

Off Peak Ticket Information

Super Off Peak Tickets

Travel outside of peak times with a Super Off Peak train ticket.

Super Off Peak Ticket Information

Other Ticket Types

View our helpful guide to other train ticket types and choose the right one for you and your journey needs.

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ANYTIME TICKET FAQS

What does Anytime train ticket mean?

An Anytime train ticket means you can travel at any time of the day, on the date shown on your ticket.

What is an Anytime Day Single?

An Anytime Day Single is a single ticket that must be used on the date printed on the ticket and up to 04:29 the following day. Anytime Day Single train tickets are fully flexible and can be used at any time.

How long are Anytime train ticket tickets valid for?

Anytime Day Singles and Returns must be used on the date shown on your ticket, up to 04:29 the following day.
Anytime Singles allow travel within two days of the date shown on the ticket and until 04:29 the following morning.
Anytime Returns allow travel on the date shown on the ticket, or within five days, and return back anytime within one calendar month.

How can I buy an Anytime ticket?

Anytime tickets can be purchased on the Hull Trains website and app, or at a station ticket office.

When can I buy an Anytime ticket?

You can book an Anytime ticket in advance or on the day of travel.

Can I get a discount on an Anytime ticket?

Yes, you can get a discount when you apply a railcard to your booking. Get 1/3 off with a railcard - bring it with you to validate your discount. Railcard information can be found on our Railcards page.

Do children get a discount?

Child fares are discounted by 50% for children aged 5-15. Children under 5 travel free.

Can I break my journey with an Anytime ticket?

You can break your journey with an Anytime Single or Return ticket. You can depart the train at any connecting stop and board a later service to complete your journey.

Can I use my train ticket on any train?

Anytime Return train tickets and Anytime Single tickets are valid on any train at any time of the day. Check if your ticket states a specific operator for your journey or if it allows any permitted route.

Can I reserve a seat with an Anytime train ticket?

Seat reservations do not automatically come with Anytime train tickets unless you specify at the time of booking. You can request a seat on the service you wish to travel on prior to travel. If you are travelling with Hull Trains, Coach A is our unreserved coach.

What happens if you miss your train?

If you miss your train, your Anytime Train Ticket is still valid. You can board any train during the day so you can travel on the next train for your route. Check if your ticket allows travel on any rail operator or if you must use a single operator for your journey.

Is a day return train ticket valid after midnight?

An Anytime Day Return train ticket is valid on the date shown on your ticket and up to 04:29 the following day.

Are Anytime train tickets refundable?

If you decide not to use your ticket to make all or part of your journey, you can get a refund from your point of purchase. If this is Hull Trains, you can find more information on our Refunds page.

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