THE SCOTTISH Government has confirmed that a six-month pilot scheme to introduce off-peak fares on all fares and products set and controlled by ScotRail will begin on October 2.
The ScotRail peak fares removal pilot is being funded by the Scottish Government and designed to encourage more people to travel by rail instead of car.
Peak time fares will be abolished for the duration of the trial, offering savings for passengers who usually travel during this period, while also aiming to encourage more car users to travel by train. On ScotRail routes where no off-peak fare currently exists because the same price is available for travel at any time of the day, passengers will not see any change in fares. Some national railcard conditions that apply a minimum fare before 10am on midweek days will also remain unaltered during the pilot.
The project, which is a first of its kind in the UK rail industry, supports the Scottish Government’s ambition to achieve net-zero targets.
Scottish Government Minister for Transport, Fiona Hyslop MSP, said: “The Programme for Government makes clear our commitment to encourage a shift towards sustainable transport. We know there is much to be done in
