As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Train Operator in London, UK is £36,212, with an hourly rate of £17, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £33,047 to £40,978, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £33,047
50TH(Median)   £36,212
75TH   £40,978
Train Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Train Operator Salary £33,047 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Train Operator Salary £36,212 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Train Operator Salary £40,978 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Train Operator Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Train Operator salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Train Operator is about £36,212 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £17, a monthly salary of about £3,018, and a weekly pay of around £696. Click the switch button below to see more details about Train Operator hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Train Operators Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Train Operator's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £34,795 - £36,710, while Intermediate make £35,031 - £37,066, Senior earn £35,645 - £37,991, Specialist earn £35,976 - £38,560, Expert can reach £36,118 - £38,702 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Train Operator £35,976
Intermediate Level Train Operator £36,212
Senior Level Train Operator £37,066
Specialist Level Train Operator £37,635
Expert Level Train Operator £37,777
£35,976 0 yr
£36,212 < 2 yrs
£37,066 2-4 yrs
£37,635 5-8 yrs
£37,777 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 1%
Intermediate Level 0%
Senior Level 2%
Specialist Level 4%
Expert Level 4%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Train Operator?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Train Operator are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £36,212 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £33,779, and Manchester pays around £32,140 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Wordprocessing Operator or Train Operator?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Wordprocessing Operator makes less than a Train Operator. A Wordprocessing Operator earns an average annual salary of £24,520. And a Train Operator earns an average annual salary of £33,530.

Job Title Location Salary Range in GBP
Wordprocessing Operator London, UK
£17,115
£34,330
Production Operator London, UK
£17,606
£27,435
Machine Operator London, UK
£18,042
£28,115
Fork Lift Operator London, UK
£16,631
£30,487
Machine Operator I London, UK
£17,787
£27,717

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