Business Direct

Stress-free business train travel

Finding the quickest, simplest routes, trawling for the right prices and sorting out itineraries all takes time. Add to this your company travel policy and management information, and the whole process can become very time-consuming. So why not let Business Direct Online take care of it all for you?

Business Direct Online is available 24/7. It is a really easy and quick rail booking and business management system, offering the flexibility to book travel arrangements when it suits.

First Great Western understands the needs of the business traveller. We know that, as a company, you need to manage your own travel budgets and policies, and to buy train tickets for all UK rail operators, not just First Great Western.

That’s why Business Direct offers you:

• book all rail travel online - 24/7 - for yourself and others
• view fare ranges and train schedules to suit business needs
• customise the account to enforce your company's travel policy
• manage refunds online
• control your travel budget
• manage users and use of system
• ability to download management information at any time

How much does it cost?

Good news – Business Direct is free. There are no service fees, transactions fees, management fees or commission fees. You simply pay the face value for any tickets that you order, and you can order them 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Why not let Business Direct Online take care of your train travel for you? Download an application form or Create a Business Direct account online  today. To find out more, contact fgwbusinessdirect@firstgroup.com

Exclusive offers on business travel

First Great Western offers a range of tickets and facilities for business travellers which are only available through Business Direct:

Corporate season tickets

Save your business time and money when your employees make regular journeys on the same route. Unlike normal season tickets, our Corporate Season Tickets are transferable, so they can be used by anyone in your company, and they’re exclusively available to Business Direct customers.

Business carnets

Buy 10 tickets for the price of 9 on selected routes – saving your business money.

First Class Executive Ticket

First Class is a lot more than extra leg-room and at-seat trolley service. It's a quieter, more relaxed atmosphere. And there’s more space for working, so you and your colleagues can arrive at your appointments fully refreshed and prepared for the business ahead.

First Great Western’s First Class Executive Ticket comes with a range of benefits including car parking at departure stations, First Class Anytime Return travel to London, free seat reservation, travel on Zone 1 on the London Underground, and on-board refreshment vouchers. 
Create a Business Direct account today or find out more by calling Business Direct on: 08457 660228 (8am - 6pm, Monday to Friday).