How much does a Train and tram drivers earn in the UK?

A Train and tram drivers earns a median salary of £76,176 per year in the UK (2025 ONS ASHE data). The middle 50% earn between £63,585 and £81,905 per year.

What is the average salary for a Train and tram drivers?

The median annual salary for a Train and tram drivers in the UK is £76,176 according to the Office for National Statistics Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ONS ASHE 2025).

SOC 8231 Transport and mobile machine drivers and operatives

Train and tram drivers Salary

Median salary £76,176 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

About this role

Train and tram drivers operate vehicles to transport goods, passengers or materials safely and efficiently. They follow traffic regulations, maintain their vehicles, manage delivery schedules and ensure the safe handling of their cargo or passengers.

Key responsibilities

Operating vehicles safely and in compliance with road traffic law
Planning routes and managing delivery or service schedules
Conducting vehicle checks and reporting defects
Loading, securing and unloading cargo where applicable
Maintaining accurate records (tachograph, delivery logs)

Qualifications and entry routes

Requires a valid driving licence for the vehicle category. LGV (Category C/C+E) or PCV (Category D) requires additional training, medical examination and CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence). ADR certification is needed for hazardous goods.