ScotRail has announced that it is launching a half-price sale on all off-peak train fares in a move hoped to give people "an opportunity to explore Scotland by rail for less."

Customers will be able to buy discounted tickets from late January to early February. 

This is the latest offering that is part of the 'Yours to Use' initiative launched by the publically owned train operator.

It is designed to encourage more people to travel by train rather than by car for winter journeys.

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Lesley Kane, ScotRail Commercial Director, said of the sale: “This fantastic offer will mean more people can get out and enjoy Scotland for less this winter, and is a reminder that Scotland’s Railway is ‘Yours to Use’.   

“Travelling by train is such a great way to experience Scotland, and we hope everyone takes advantage while they can make such a huge saving.” 

Scotland's Transport Minister Jenny Gilruth MSP praised the move, saying: “This ticket offer is just one of the ways in which the Scottish Government is ensuring a publicly owned and operated ScotRail can deliver real benefits and savings for passengers. 

“We need more people to return to Scotland’s trains and I would encourage anyone thinking about travelling by rail to take up this opportunity for half price travel.”

When is the ScotRail half price sale taking place?

The half-price sale on all off-peak train fares is taking place from Thursday, January 26 to Thursday, February 2, 2023.

Travel under the deal is valid between January 26 and February 28.

How to get half price on all off-peak train fares with ScotRail 

ScotRail's half-price sale can be accessed by users with a simple promo code.

The promo code is SALE23 and can be used online via the ScotRail website, the ScotRail app, ScotRail ticket offices and on ScotRail trains.

ScotRail's Kids for a Quid can also be used in conjunction with this offer, meaning up to four children can travel and return for £1 with each adult.