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Train Companies (Minimum Fares) Bill

A Bill to require train companies to offer customers the cheapest available fare as a first option; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

26 April 2013

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Train Companies (Minimum Fares) Bill would require train operators to display and offer the cheapest available fare as the first option when customers search for or book tickets. It aims to make it easier for passengers to find the best-value option and reduce confusion over fare prices, with related measures to implement the requirement.

Key Points

Requires train companies to display and offer the cheapest available fare as the first option shown to customers when searching for or booking tickets.
Applies to fares across standard rail services and booking channels, subject to any exemptions set out in the Bill.
Aims to reduce confusion and help passengers quickly identify the best-value option.
Creates a legal obligation on operators with accompanying measures for implementation and enforcement.

Progress

The Bill is currently at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage for detailed examination and debate.

Who is affected?

Rail passengers and customersCommuters and regular travellersTrain operating companies and rail ticketing platformsTravel agents and ticket sellers

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Train Companies (Minimum Fares)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 42 2012-13, as introduced

BillCommons

31 Jan 2013

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.