Advance tickets are great value, and ideal for saving money on long journeys. They must be bought in advance and are only valid on the date and train specified. All Advance tickets are for single journeys, but you can combine tickets to create your whole journey, including your return.
Can advance train tickets be changed?
Changing the time or date of travel7.1 Changes to time or date of travel must be arranged before departure of the first reserved train printed on the ticket, after which the ticket has no value and a new one must be purchased. You will need to present the ticket(s) and reservation(s) when you request a change.
Is an advance single train ticket flexible?
Advance train tickets aren't flexible, meaning they can only be used on the specific route and time shown on the ticket. Remember that you can book Advance tickets until an hour before the train departs if you're unsure about the exact route or time of the train you want to travel on.
Can I reschedule my train ticket?
Can I prepone or postpone my reservation? The date of journey on Confirmed/RAC/waitlisted tickets can be preponed or postponed in the same/higher class or for the same destination on payment of prescribed charges.
Are advance train tickets flexible?
Can I travel earlier on an advance single?
Advance fares are valid only on the date and train shown on the ticket and are non-refundable. You can change the time or date of travel before departure of the first reserved train. Any difference in fare and an administration fee will be payable.
Can I use an advanced single train ticket on an earlier train?
Advance tickets are only valid for travel on the specific date and time of the train selected when booked. The ticket will not be valid on other trains and you may be required to buy a new ticket if you travel on a different train than the one booked.
Can I change train ticket date after booking?
To reschedule the journey, the passenger needs to submit his ticket to the reservation office at least 48 hours before the train leaves. The change in date of travel on the tickets can be done by paying the prescribed fees. Tickets can be preponed or postponed in the higher or same category for the same destination.
Can Advance tickets be refunded?
Advance ticketsThese tickets are non-refundable unless you didn't travel because your train was delayed or cancelled.
What does advance single mean on train tickets?
Advance tickets are single (one-way) tickets for a specific train, only available to be bought in advance. If you don't mind being flexible about your travel times, Advance tickets can save you a lot.