Operator access to the network

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We ensure the passenger and freight train operating companies have fair access to the rail network – and that best use is made of capacity.

If a railway operator wants to access the railway network, they have to apply to us for a track access agreement with Network Rail.

We regulate access to station and light maintenance depots by approving station and depot access agreements.

Infrastructure access guidance and policies

If a railway operator wants to access the railway network, they have to apply to us for a track access agreement. This section sets out our guidance and policies on regulating infrastructure access.

Access to regulated networks

This section contains further details on each infrastructure manager that we regulate. It includes information on track access contract applications and decisions relating to each infrastructure manager. 

Station and depot access

Regulating access to station and light maintenance depots by approving station and depot access agreements.

Appeals under The Access and Management Regulations

This page contains guidance on how to make an appeal, as well as decisions we have made on appeals.