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Cheapest fare?

Thomask
Thomask Posts: 557 Forumite
Hi

I've tried using the National Rail website however I'm experencing technical difficulties.

I need to get to Brighton, departing from London (cheapest place) this Friday (4th April). I can depart anytime after 6pm. The eairler I arrive the better but I'm happy arriving a little later if it'll be cheaper.

I'm returning from Brighton the following morning, Saturday 5 April. I need to be back in London by 9am. Again I'm looking for the cheapest fare!

I have a Young Persons railcard however I was told it can become more expensive if you indicate this on websites when the fare does not accept it.

Thanks for your help!

Comments

  • chuckley
    chuckley Posts: 4,405 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture
    USE THETRAINLINE.COM

    u need to specify where in london tho.
  • dzug
    dzug Posts: 2,260 Forumite
    With your railcard - £16.50 saver return from Blackfriars on FCC services.

    Don't bother with the trainline - it charges fees that the others don't. In any case on this route advance booking saves nothing.

    The rail sites do seem to be acting up a bit tonight - I needed several tries to find anything at all.
  • brightonman123
    brightonman123 Posts: 8,535 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    how about the coach firms? i think they may still do £5 o/w fares..

    check out national express, or stagecoach?
    Long time away from MSE, been dealing real life stuff..
    Sometimes seen lurking on the compers forum :-)
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