If you've left your booking literally to the last minute and the train's about to leave, you may see a “Not available to buy” notice on our app or website. If so, you won't be able to buy your ticket with us, but you can talk to staff at the station instead.
What does it mean when a train ticket booking is not available?
“Status:Not available” will be displayed in 2 scenarios. Scenario 1 Where there are no more tickets available in the quota you selected. You will be seeing Not available when the tickets under General and Tatkal are exhausted and even it has crossed the regret/maximum waiting list.
What does ticket not available mean?
The wording "Currently not available" means that the tickets availability for that determined sector is exhausted.
What to do when ticket is not available?
If you have not been able to get a confirmed ticket due to any reason, as per Indian Railways rules, you may still travel using the waiting ticket. To use this option you have keep in mind that the waiting ticket should be obtained from the ticket window. Online unconfirmed tickets are not eligible for this option.
What is the time for current availability of train ticket booking?
Current Ticket Booking TimingsTo acquire a current booking ticket, the tickets must be booked within the past four hours. Generally, the chart is made four hours before the train's departure. If certain seats are available, they are made available for booking through the existing reservation.
Why are some tickets not available to buy on Trainline?
Why does Trainline not reserve seats?
If there is no Reserve button then this means that the service is fully booked or a non reservable service. Once you have decided on the new time and there are still reservable seats then please click the reserve button.
Is it safe to buy in Trainline?
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.
Can you buy tickets on the train if the ticket office is closed?
The only time you can buy a ticket is before starting your journey. The only time this rule does not apply is if the ticket machine wasn't working and the ticket office was closed – something that can be checked, so no fibbing! Being late, or not having enough time, is not an excuse for not having a ticket.
Why is Ticketmaster showing unavailable tickets?
What does Limited Availability or No Tickets Currently Available mean? These messages inform you up-front if tickets are gone or almost gone for a specific price or section, so you can save time and simplify your ticket search.
Why does Ticketmaster say limited availability but no tickets?
When an event appears with limited availability is because all the tickets that the promoter has made available for us up until now, are already sold out. The promoter might decide to increase the capacity available later on, that's why we recommend for you to check our site regularly.
Can I travel in train if my ticket is not confirmed?
If you have not been able to get a confirmed ticket due to any reason, as per Indian Railways rules, you may still travel using the waiting ticket. To use this option you have keep in mind that the waiting ticket should be obtained from the ticket window. Online unconfirmed tickets are not eligible for this option.