Off-Peak Southern tickets give passengers the chance to travel by train with cheaper fares when avoiding the busiest times. Choosing to travel at Off-Peak times can offer great savings while avoiding some of the most crowded services. So, what are Southern Rail Peak and Off Peak times?
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When are Off-Peak Southern Rail tickets valid?
Getting the best ticket prices for your journey often means navigating Southern Rail Peak and Off Peak times.
Off-Peak Southern tickets are valid on weekdays outside the busiest periods, and at any time on weekends and Bank Holidays.
Whether or not you can use a Southern Off-Peak ticket will depend on your specific journey rather than being restricted by a one-size-fits-all rule. In most cases, though, Southern Off-Peak hours start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday in cities and large towns, and at 09:00 everywhere else.
Southern Rail Super Off-Peak times also vary by route, so it's always best to check before you travel.
How to find Off-Peak Southern Rail tickets
If you’re looking for the cheapest Southern Rail Off-Peak fares, we recommend booking online using the Trip.com Journey Finder. With this tool, you’ll be able to search for tickets outside of the busiest travel times to find Off-Peak fares. Alternatively, sort options using the ‘Cheapest’ filter, which will likely give Southern Rail Super Off-Peak results.