What is the difference between peak and off-peak electricity?

Generally the peak period applies 3pm to 9pm Monday to Friday, off-peak period applies 10pm to 7am every day, and all other times are shoulder. For example peak period would be 4pm to 10pm Monday to Friday during daylight saving time.

What are on peak and off-peak times?

Peak fares – Monday to Friday (not on public holidays) between 06:30 and 09:30, and between 16:00 and 19:00. Off-peak fares – at all other times and if you travel from a station outside Zone 1 to a station in Zone 1 between 16:00 and 19:00, Monday to Friday.

Is off-peak electricity cheaper?

How much cheaper is off-peak electricity? Off-peak electricity generally costs about one-third to one-half per kilowatt hour (kWh) of the price of peak electricity. Exact rates depend on your energy plan. For example, a peak rate may cost 35 cents per kWh, while an off-peak rate could cost 15 cents per kWh.

Is off-peak or on peak more expensive?

Specific peak and off-peak hours vary by supplier, but a general rule of thumb is off-peak hours are at night, while peak hours occur during the day. Electricity used during the peak hours of the late afternoon will be more expensive than electricity used in the early morning.

How do I know if I have off peak electricity?

In NSW, off-peak electricity rates are charged from 10pm to 7am. A shoulder rate applies from 7am until 2pm, and from 8pm until 10pm, with peak hours between 2pm and 8pm. Peak rates are only charged Monday to Friday. Weekend rates are shoulder or off-peak.

Can I use an off peak ticket on a peak train?

Generally, you won’t be able to travel with an Off-Peak ticket during Peak times if you’re departing from or arriving at any London station. An Off-Peak day ticket is great for outer-city travel at a lower price than standard Return tickets.

How do I know if I have off-peak electricity?

Can you use off-peak tickets anytime?

You can also use your Off-Peak train tickets to travel at any time on weekends and bank holidays. The times you can use your tickets vary, so use the journey planner to check for Off-Peak services.

What peak hours mean?

Peak hours are the busiest hours, for example in traffic. American English: peak hours /ˈpik ˈaʊərz/