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Why does Trainline say sold out?
It means once tickets become available on popular routes, they are being snapped up almost immediately. So you must continually check the National Railway Enquiries website and go directly to the train company and explore travel websites such as Trainline to ensure you are not missing any tickets.
Can train tickets be booked from station?
A passenger seeking reservation of berth or seats should purchase tickets from the Railway Reservation Offices/Authorised Travel Agency only. Advance reservations are made generally up to 120 days in advance for all classes and all trains. ARP is in relation to the date of journey from train originating station.
Is the Trainline legit?
Is Trainline legitimate? Yes, Trainline is legitimate. Their app and website connect directly to rail and coach carriers’ ticketing platforms so every ticket you buy through Trainline is valid for travel.
How long is an open train ticket valid for?
An Open Return is a flexible ticket that doesn’t make you choose a specific time or date to return. They’re valid for one calendar month from the date of the outward journey.
How far in advance can I book train tickets in UK?
12 weeks
You can usually book train tickets in the UK up to 12 weeks in advance, these are called Advance train tickets and are generally cheaper than booking nearer to the departure date.
Do train prices fluctuate?
Most train companies release cheap advance tickets about 12 weeks before the date of travel, and they almost always go up in price over time. The Price Predictor uses historic data from passengers’ train journey searches on Trainline to predict how the cost of advance tickets is likely to change over time.
How many train tickets can be booked in a month?
six tickets
An individual user can book a maximum of six tickets in a calendar month. Booking can be done against General (GN), Senior Citizen (SS), Ladies (LD) and Tatkal (TQ) quota berths/seats only.
Where is Trainline based?
London, England
Trainline
| Type | Public company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Travel |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Headquarters | London, England, UK |
| Number of locations | London, Edinburgh, Paris |
Is it cheaper to buy tickets on Trainline?
The website is particularly popular with savvy shoppers, who wish to save money on the cost of rail travel. However, while the website is cheaper than rocking up just before travel and buying a ticket, it is no cheaper than using the National Rail website in advance, or websites of individual train companies.
What is Trainline and how does it work?
Trainline is set up by the Virgin Group with the mission of helping customers save money on train tickets. At first, we didn’t sell tickets on the web; only over a telephone line.
How do I Find my Tickets on Trainline?
Make sure you’re signed into your Trainline app, using the same account you used to book your ticket with. Your tickets will be in ‘My Tickets’. If you haven’t got the Trainline app, you can download it on iOS or Android.
Can I Share my Trainline eTicket with a group?
Groups with etickets that have a GroupSave discount applied must travel together. Mobile Tickets will be available in the lead passenger’s Trainline app, you can’t share the tickets with the group. You must travel together, regardless of whether you’re using GroupSave discount. Can I open my eticket on multiple devices?
How do I book my anytime single and return train tickets?
You can easily book your Anytime Single and Return train tickets in advance – right up to the same day of travel – using our online booking system, or through our nifty app. You can also use our app to view live train times and get updates on your journey, ideal if you stop for a break mid-journey and want to know when the next train is.