As of 2 October, a new trial by ScotRail means that train tickets will now cost the same no matter what time of day passengers travel.
All ticket prices have been brought in line with the previous off-peak fares.
Whilst the change in price will make travel cheaper for those who usually travel during peak hours, those travelling in super off-peak times will now pay more.
According to data obtained by The Student, the off-peak fares trial sees daytime fares increasing by 18-34 per cent due to the removal of super off-peak day return tickets.
Edinburgh to Glasgow super off-peak return train journeys between 11:07 and 14:45 will now cost almost £15, compared to just £10.90 before the trial began.
Similarly tickets from Glasgow to Stirling super off-peak return train fares will now cost £9.60 compared to the previous cost of £7.70, an increase of nearly 25 per cent.
The ScotRail trial, funded by the Scottish government, intends to provide a more affordable travel option as well as a greener alternative to travelling by car.
Speaking to The National, Alex Hynes, Scotland’s Railway managing director said: “We know that cost and simplicity are critical factors for people when they choose how to travel, and we are looking forward to delivering this fantastic fare reduction for our customers.”
The trial appears to have lowered travel costs for commuters during peak times, but many people who relied on the cheaper super off-peak day return tickets to travel by train have lost out.
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