Weekly train tickets
If you’re travelling several days a week, a weekly train ticket is one of the simplest ways to keep your journey consistent without overthinking it. Weekly season tickets are designed for regular and commuter travel, giving you the flexibility to move between your chosen c2c train stations as often as you need over seven consecutive days. Across the c2c network, which connects South Essex to London Fenchurch Street, that flexibility makes a real difference.
Key benefits of a weekly season train ticket
Instead of purchasing tickets each day, you can buy weekly train tickets and rely on one pass for several days.
For many commuters, weekly season train tickets work out to be the equivalent of five peak return journeys, with any additional travel, including weekends, effectively included.
There’s no need to queue every day, since you’ll have purchased your ticket in advance
You can add a London Zones Travelcard to your Season ticket for both paper tickets and on Smartcards. Yes you can tap in/out on oyster readers with Smartcards.
Get 5 days for the price of 4
How to travel
Smartcard
Load up daily tickets on your c2c Smartcard and get automatic delay repays and access to your railcard discounts.
Smartcard
Paper tickets
Pay for your tickets at a pink c2c ticket vending machine or in you ticket office.
How much is a weekly train ticket?
It’s a common question: how much is a weekly train ticket for your route? The answer depends on where you’re travelling from and to, as well as your usual travel times. Because of that, the most accurate way to check weekly train ticket prices is to use the c2c fare finder, which shows real-time costs based on your journey.
For those travelling Monday to Friday, the value is often clear straight away. Compared to buying daily returns or relying on advance train tickets, a weekly option can offer better overall value, particularly during peak times.
It also takes the pressure off planning ahead. While buying train tickets in advance can be useful for occasional trips, it doesn’t always suit a regular routine. A weekly ticket gives you the freedom to travel when you need to, without checking prices each day.
How to buy a weekly train ticket with c2c
If you’re wondering how to buy a weekly train ticket, getting started is straightforward.
You can do it online, through the c2c app, or at station ticket machines. The process is simple: choose your route, select your start date, and you’re ready to go.
Many passengers choose to buy weekly train tickets through the c2c website or app and load them onto a c2c Smartcard. This means you can tap through ticket gates without carrying a paper ticket, which is especially helpful during busy periods.
The Smartcard also brings added convenience if there are delays. With automatic Delay Repay available, eligible compensation can be processed without needing to submit a claim each time. It’s a small feature that can make a big difference for regular travellers.
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| Summary | Everyday journeys | Simple savings for regular commuters | Travel for four or more weeks | Biggest savings & Gold card benefits | Commuting 2–3 days per week |
| Benefits | remove | Unlimited travel for your chosen journey over a 7 day period | Unlimited travel for your chosen journey over your chosen period | 52 weeks travel for the price of 40 (12 weeks free annually) | 8 tickets to use within 28 days |
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Commuting from your local c2c train station
Wherever you join the network, commuting with c2c is designed to feel straightforward. c2c train stations like Upminster, Grays and Southend Central offer regular services into London, with connections that make it easy to continue your journey across the capital.
Many stations provide practical facilities to support daily travel, including secure cycle storage, accessible platforms and cashless parking at selected locations. It’s all aimed at making the start and end of your journey that bit easier.
On board, trains are set up for comfort and reliability. Air-conditioned carriages, free Wi-Fi and frequent peak-time services help create an excellent experience, whether you’re heading into work or travelling back home.
Popular weekly season tickets
Basildon
London Fenchurch Street
40 mins, Standard
£93.10
Southend Central
London Fenchurch Street
55mins, Standard ticket
£116.30
FAQs: Everything you need to know about weekly tickets
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Can I start my weekly train ticket on any day of the week?
Yes, you can choose your start date, and your ticket will be valid for seven consecutive days from that point. -
Is a weekly train ticket cheaper than buying advance train tickets every day?
In most cases, yes. If you’re travelling five or more days a week, a weekly ticket often works out better value than buying individual advance fares. -
Can I use my weekly pass on the weekend?
Yes, your ticket allows unlimited travel between your chosen stations for the full seven-day period, including weekends. -
What happens if I lose my ticket?
If your ticket is stored on a Smartcard, it can usually be cancelled and replaced. Paper tickets may have more limited replacement options. -
Are there child or Railcard discounts on weekly train ticket prices?
Discounts may be available depending on eligibility, including for younger passengers and certain Railcard holders. It’s worth checking your options when purchasing. -
What benefits do I get from a Season ticket?
If you’re making the same journey regularly, you are likely to save both money and time by buying a Season ticket, compared with buying daily tickets. You can use a season ticket calculator to work out the savings. There’s a Season ticket for every kind of traveller, with Weekly, Monthly, Flexi-Season and Annual to choose from. If you buy an Annual Season ticket, you’ll get even more benefits from the Annual Gold Card that you’ll receive, including rail travel discounts for your friends and family. You'll also get four-free off-peak c2c train tickets to use yourself or share with friends and family. You can find out more on our Annual Season ticket page. By purchasing your Season ticket on a c2c Smartcard, you’ll also be entitled to Automatic Delay Repay and have the chance to opt-in to our Loyalty Scheme – racking up loyalty points each time you buy a ticket.
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I no longer need my Weekly or Monthly Season ticket; will I receive a refund?
If you stop travelling and no longer need your Season Ticket, you can hand it to the ticket office where you bought it. Any refund is calculated from the date the Season Ticket was handed in and will be the difference between the price you paid and the cost of a ticket or tickets for the period for which you have actually used the ticket. An administration charge of up to £10 may also be deducted from the refund amount. There must be at least seven days remaining on a Monthly Season Ticket to obtain a refund. If you have any queries please contact our Customer Relations Team.
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I haven’t had to use my Season ticket for a while; can I get a refund for the time I didn’t need it?
You are unable to claim for an intermediate period of non-use for your season ticket and we are unale to extend the end date of a Season ticket. We may allow, for example, in cases of illness, the refund to be backdated if you produce suitable documentary evidence for a period before you hand in your ticket, provided that you have not started travelling again using your Season ticket since your illness. Your rights and responsibilites around refunds are detailed in the National Rail Conditions of Travel