Innovative rail ticket technology trial expands across the North

Innovative Rail Ticket Technology Trial Expands Across the North

Passengers can now sign up for digital ticketing trials on Northern's website. From 3 November 2025, travelers between Sheffield and Doncaster in South Yorkshire can benefit from more convenient and flexible ticket options on Northern rail services.

Similar trials launched in September 2025 on East Midlands Railway and Northern services have already recorded over 2,000 journeys. These digital ticketing trials enable passengers to check in and out seamlessly through an app using GPS technology to track journeys.

At the end of each day, the app automatically charges participants for their travel. During ticket inspections or when passing through barriers, a unique barcode generated by the app is scanned for validation.

"Digital ticketing trials allow passengers to check in and check out seamlessly on rail journeys, using a location-identifying app on their phone."
"The app tracks journeys using GPS (Global Positioning System) technology and then automatically charges participants at the end of the day."

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Author's summary: The new digital ticketing trial enhances travel flexibility and convenience for rail passengers in Northern England by using GPS technology and automated daily charges.

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