Extension of peak rail fares hits travellers in Leeds, Manchester, Bradford, Sheffield and Newcastle
Rail passengers in the north of England are facing large increases in the cost of travel after the introduction of peak evening fares on train services from Monday.
The new rules mean passengers in Greater Manchester and parts of urban Yorkshire will no longer be able to buy off-peak return tickets for travel between 4pm and 6.30pm. Peak or "Anytime" tickets cost typically 40-50% more than off-peak fares.
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