Rail travel assistants Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median rail travel assistants salary in the UK is £45,240 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £45,309, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £22.73.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £45,125 in Wales to £49,471 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£45,240
Annual
UK Mean
£45,309
Annual
Hourly Rate
£22.73
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £49,471 | £49,328 | £42,501 |
| North East | £47,622 | £54,677 | £52,855 |
| North West | £46,149 | £45,137 | £50,602 |
| South East | £45,499 | £45,794 | £44,088 |
| Wales | £45,125 | £46,042 | £50,139 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rail travel assistants salary in the UK?
The median rail travel assistants salary in the UK is £45,240 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £45,309, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays rail travel assistants the most?
London pays the highest rail travel assistants salaries with a median of £49,471.
How does rail travel assistants pay vary by region?
Rail travel assistants salaries range from £45,125 in Wales to £49,471 in London.
Are rail travel assistants salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for rail travel assistants?
The median hourly rate for rail travel assistants in the UK is £22.73 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.