Train fares: UK rail passengers face biggest rise for five years

Union says announcement that average ticket prices will increase by 3.4% in January is ‘another kick in the teeth’UK rail fares will rise by 3.4% on January 2 – the largest increase for five years, train companies have announced.Fares for all journeys in 2018 have been published, showing an average rise slightly below the 3.6% set by the government in August for regulated fares, which include season tickets. Continue reading...