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| Boilerpipe Text | Cheap train tickets make affordable day trips and longer journeys possible. If youâre looking for cheap train tickets to London, Edinburgh or destinations across Europe, you can compare prices and book online with us to secure the best available fares.
How to find cheap train tickets
Train fares usually increase as the travel date approaches. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money. In particular,
Advance tickets
are often cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
With our
Journey Planner
, you can:
Check live train times
Compare real-time ticket prices
View routes and station stops
Find the cheapest available fares
Save even more with our App features
Our app includes smart tools designed to reduce the cost of your journey:
SplitSave
â Automatically splits your journey into multiple tickets when this is cheaper than buying a single through ticket
Train deals and discounts
guide â Stay up to date with the latest UK and European rail offers available to book
Whether youâre planning a budget day out or a longer European trip, we make it simple to find and book cheap train tickets online.
What's in this guide?
Get cheap train tickets with split ticketing
Where can I travel with cheap train tickets?
How can I buy cheap train tickets with Trainline?
How to buy cheap train tickets online
Cheap train tickets for popular UK journeys
More ways to find cheap train tickets with Trainline
Cheap train tickets in Europe
Frequently asked questions
Get cheap train tickets with split ticketing
What is split ticketing?Â
Split ticketing is a clever way to save money on train travel. Instead of buying one ticket for your whole journey, you buy separate tickets for different sections of the trip â and it often works out cheaper.
Youâll still travel on the same train, with no need to change along the way (in most cases). Itâs a simple way to cut the cost of your journey!
How do split tickets work?
Split ticketing is when you buy separate tickets for different sections of your journey, rather than one ticket from start to finish.
Your journey is divided into smaller segments on paper, but you donât need to leave the train. The only requirement is that the train stops at each of the stations shown on your tickets.
If asked, just make sure to show the correct ticket for the part of the journey you're travelling on.
Digital Railcards
Okay, what's easier: getting 1/3 off train travel° with a digital Railcard or trying to find that one missing sock? It was there a minute ago...like literally one minute ago. Why is it always the left one? Well, with average savings of £167° a year, you can always put your best foot forward with a Railcard on the Trainline app. Socked or not.
We are an official retailer of Railcards by National Rail. Buy a digital Railcard online with us - it's stored directly in the Trainline app, so you can use it right away to get 1/3 off eligible journeys for a whole year. Save an average of £167 a year with a Railcard°.
Find out more about Railcards
Advance tickets
Not all tickets are created equal. Some are just, well, cheaper. With Advance tickets, you can save even more on top of your everyday savings. Book up to 12 weeks ahead and save an average of 61%** on your tickets. Itâs a no-brainer.
Generally, Advance train tickets are fares that go on sale well before the day of travel. They're only available as Single tickets for A to B rail journeys and are non-refundable and not flexible. Perfect for those who like to plan their journeys well ahead of time, Advance tickets are the best way to be organised when it comes to travel.
Find out more about Advance tickets
SplitSave
Finally, a split worth celebrating. With SplitSave, our web and app feature will consciously uncouple your tickets and split your journey into two cheaper fares, and you don't need to lift a finger. Pros: stay on the same train and it costs you around £260 a year less°°. Cons: there are no cons.
Simply put, split ticketing is when you âsplitâ your train journey into multiple tickets, instead of buying a single ticket. It may sound strange, but if you buy multiple tickets along your trip you can save a lot of money compared to having a single ticket â in most cases you donât even have to change trains!
Find out more about SplitSave
Best Price Guarantee
We always want you to get the best price.
So, if you buy a ticket on the day you travel, youâre more likely to see pigs fly than find cheaper tickets anywhere else.
In fact, weâre so sure about it, that in the off chance you do, weâll pay the difference.*
Simply book train tickets in our app and if you find a cheaper fare, get in touch and weâll do the rest!
Find out more about Best Price Guarantee
Price Prediction
Our handy in-app Price Prediction tool could help you save money on UK train tickets. Fear not, thereâs no need to be a maths whizz yourself! Simply search for your journey and weâll guide you with tips in the search results.
Our nifty Price Prediction tool runs on clever sums, not crystal balls. Our data scientists have worked their brain magic to save you money by analysing pricing trends from tickets that have already been sold. We then apply the same trends to the tickets that are available now, to estimate how long itâll be before the tickets for the journey youâre viewing will go up in price.
Find out more about Price Prediction
Ticket alerts
Want to feel smug? Set a Ticket Alert to snap up cheaper Advance fares as soon as theyâre released.
In the UK, Advance tickets are usually released around 12 weeks before the departure date. If you know when you want to travel but tickets aren't on sale yet, Ticket Alert will email you to let you know when they are, usually at a cheaper price than booking closer to the date of travel.
Find out more about Ticket Alerts
Digital Season Tickets
Travelling 3+ times per week? Save 1/3 with a Digital Season Ticket and just tap, scan and go!
Season Tickets allow you to travel at any time of day, and as much as you want for a specified period between two stations. You can choose how long they last and make as many back-and-forth trips within that period as you please. Thatâs not all â Digital Season Tickets live in the Trainline app on your phone, so you donât need to queue at the station to collect a paper ticket or worry about losing it.
Find out more about Digital Season Tickets
GroupSave
Get 1/3 off tickets when you travel in groups of 3-9. It really is the more the merrier.
GroupSave is a discount of up to 33% for adults travelling on a single or return journey at Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak times in groups of 3 to 9 people. You wonât need any special cards to travel with GroupSave tickets â all you need to do is travel together with the whole group you booked with for your tickets to be valid. Make sure youâre all sitting close-by on the train though, as the conductor will check that youâre travelling as a group.
Find out more about GroupSave
Following these simple steps could save you money.
Search online or download our app.
Add your departure and arrival station.
Choose your date â most Advance tickets go on sale 12 weeks before the date of departure, so the earlier you book the cheaper your tickets could be.
Donât forget to add your Railcard, if you have one, to get an even bigger discount. Alternatively, if you're travelling in a group of three to nine adults, you could use
GroupSave
for a discount of up to 33% on participating services.Â
Book!
To find cheap train tickets for your journey with Trainline, simply enter your travel information into our Journey Planner and search for the time and date that suits you.
Buy cheap business tickets
Looking for cheap business tickets? Why not register for a free business account? Our handy business portal enables you to keep track of all trips, expenses and tickets in one handy place. With our Price Prediction tool, we even tell you when to book before your business fare becomes too expensive.
Sign up here
.
Buy cheap family train tickets
If you're travelling as a family and want to save money on train fares, we recommend you buy a
Family & Friends Railcard
â you'll save 1/3 off your train travel all year round, and you'll get 60% off child fares too. Check out our guide to buying
family train tickets
.
Get last-minute train tickets
If you want to get cheap same-day train tickets, download our app to use our Advance purchase on the day tool and get cheap rail fares on the same day of travel. Visit our
last-minute train tickets page
for more information.
Get cheap student train tickets
Taking the train to get to school, college or university? Our dedicatedÂ
student train tickets
Â
page has got you covered, from saving with a
16-25 Railcard
to using GroupSave when travelling as a group.
*Average saving based on Weekly, Monthly and Annual Season Tickets compared to five Anytime Day Return tickets bought per week, with an allowance for 28 days annual leave. Subject to availability. Adult fare only. Excludes coach. Excludes booking fee.
**Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
°Applies to selected train fares. See Trainline's
railcard terms
for full details of each Railcard, eligible tickets and travel times. Average saving over 12 months of customers with Railcards purchased on Trainline from March 2021 - June 2021, excluding price of Railcard.
°°Based on average saving for bookings in January 2020 - March 2020 comparing SplitSave fare vs Anytime fare and average Trainline customer frequency in 2019. Subject to SplitSave fares being available. | |||||||||
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Cheap train tickets make affordable day trips and longer journeys possible. If youâre looking for cheap train tickets to London, Edinburgh or destinations across Europe, you can compare prices and book online with us to secure the best available fares.
#### **How to find cheap train tickets**
Train fares usually increase as the travel date approaches. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money. In particular, [Advance tickets](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/advance-train-tickets) are often cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
**With our [Journey Planner](https://www.thetrainline.com/journey-planner), you can:**
- Check live train times
- Compare real-time ticket prices
- View routes and station stops
- Find the cheapest available fares

#### Save even more with our App features
Our app includes smart tools designed to reduce the cost of your journey:
- [**SplitSave**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/split-tickets) â Automatically splits your journey into multiple tickets when this is cheaper than buying a single through ticket
- [Train deals and discounts](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/deals-discounts) guide â Stay up to date with the latest UK and European rail offers available to book
Whether youâre planning a budget day out or a longer European trip, we make it simple to find and book cheap train tickets online.
### What's in this guide?
- [Get cheap train tickets with split ticketing](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#split-ticketing)
- [Where can I travel with cheap train tickets?](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#routes)
- [How can I buy cheap train tickets with Trainline?](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#tickets)
- [How to buy cheap train tickets online](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#guide)
- [Cheap train tickets for popular UK journeys](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#popular-journeys)
- [More ways to find cheap train tickets with Trainline](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#more-ways)
- [Cheap train tickets in Europe](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#europe)
- [Frequently asked questions](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#faqs)

## **Get cheap train tickets with split ticketing**
### **What is split ticketing?**
Split ticketing is a clever way to save money on train travel. Instead of buying one ticket for your whole journey, you buy separate tickets for different sections of the trip â and it often works out cheaper.
Youâll still travel on the same train, with no need to change along the way (in most cases). Itâs a simple way to cut the cost of your journey\!
### **How do split tickets work?**
Split ticketing is when you buy separate tickets for different sections of your journey, rather than one ticket from start to finish.
Your journey is divided into smaller segments on paper, but you donât need to leave the train. The only requirement is that the train stops at each of the stations shown on your tickets.
If asked, just make sure to show the correct ticket for the part of the journey you're travelling on.
## Where can I travel with cheap train tickets?
There are so many places all across the UK and Europe that you can travel to cheaply by train. Tap on the destinations below to find out more.
[Cheap train tickets to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-london)
[Cheap train tickets to Paris](https://www.thetrainline.com/en/destinations/trains-to-paris)
[Cheap train tickets to Manchester](https://www.thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-manchester)
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[Cheap train tickets to Leeds](https://www.thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-leeds)
[Cheap train tickets to Glasgow](https://www.thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-glasgow)
[Cheap train tickets to York](https://www.thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-york)
[Cheap train tickets to Blackpool](https://www.thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-blackpool)
[Cheap train tickets to Bournemouth](https://thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-bournemouth)
[Cheap train tickets to Bristol](https://thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-bristol)
[Cheap train tickets to Cardiff](https://thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-cardiff)
## How can I buy cheap train tickets with Trainline?
Look, weâre not saying that finding great value train tickets is the answer to all of lifeâs problems, but it can't hurt, right? A lot goes into finding you the best fares for your journey, and you can read about all the nifty ways we help you save below.
### Digital Railcards
Okay, what's easier: getting 1/3 off train travel° with a digital Railcard or trying to find that one missing sock? It was there a minute ago...like literally one minute ago. Why is it always the left one? Well, with average savings of £167° a year, you can always put your best foot forward with a Railcard on the Trainline app. Socked or not.
We are an official retailer of Railcards by National Rail. Buy a digital Railcard online with us - it's stored directly in the Trainline app, so you can use it right away to get 1/3 off eligible journeys for a whole year. Save an average of £167 a year with a Railcard°.
[Find out more about Railcards](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/railcards)


### Advance tickets
Not all tickets are created equal. Some are just, well, cheaper. With Advance tickets, you can save even more on top of your everyday savings. Book up to 12 weeks ahead and save an average of 61%\*\* on your tickets. Itâs a no-brainer.
Generally, Advance train tickets are fares that go on sale well before the day of travel. They're only available as Single tickets for A to B rail journeys and are non-refundable and not flexible. Perfect for those who like to plan their journeys well ahead of time, Advance tickets are the best way to be organised when it comes to travel.
[Find out more about Advance tickets](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/advance-train-tickets)
### SplitSave
Finally, a split worth celebrating. With SplitSave, our web and app feature will consciously uncouple your tickets and split your journey into two cheaper fares, and you don't need to lift a finger. Pros: stay on the same train and it costs you around £260 a year less°°. Cons: there are no cons.
Simply put, split ticketing is when you âsplitâ your train journey into multiple tickets, instead of buying a single ticket. It may sound strange, but if you buy multiple tickets along your trip you can save a lot of money compared to having a single ticket â in most cases you donât even have to change trains\!
[Find out more about SplitSave](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/split-tickets)


### Best Price Guarantee
We always want you to get the best price.
So, if you buy a ticket on the day you travel, youâre more likely to see pigs fly than find cheaper tickets anywhere else.
In fact, weâre so sure about it, that in the off chance you do, weâll pay the difference.\*
Simply book train tickets in our app and if you find a cheaper fare, get in touch and weâll do the rest\!
[Find out more about Best Price Guarantee](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/best-price-guarantee)
### Price Prediction
Our handy in-app Price Prediction tool could help you save money on UK train tickets. Fear not, thereâs no need to be a maths whizz yourself! Simply search for your journey and weâll guide you with tips in the search results.
Our nifty Price Prediction tool runs on clever sums, not crystal balls. Our data scientists have worked their brain magic to save you money by analysing pricing trends from tickets that have already been sold. We then apply the same trends to the tickets that are available now, to estimate how long itâll be before the tickets for the journey youâre viewing will go up in price.
[Find out more about Price Prediction](https://www.thetrainline.com/price-prediction)


### Ticket alerts
Want to feel smug? Set a Ticket Alert to snap up cheaper Advance fares as soon as theyâre released.
In the UK, Advance tickets are usually released around 12 weeks before the departure date. If you know when you want to travel but tickets aren't on sale yet, Ticket Alert will email you to let you know when they are, usually at a cheaper price than booking closer to the date of travel.
[Find out more about Ticket Alerts](https://www.thetrainline.com/ticketalert)
### Digital Season Tickets
Travelling 3+ times per week? Save 1/3 with a Digital Season Ticket and just tap, scan and go\!
Season Tickets allow you to travel at any time of day, and as much as you want for a specified period between two stations. You can choose how long they last and make as many back-and-forth trips within that period as you please. Thatâs not all â Digital Season Tickets live in the Trainline app on your phone, so you donât need to queue at the station to collect a paper ticket or worry about losing it.
[Find out more about Digital Season Tickets](https://www.thetrainline.com/season-tickets)


### GroupSave
Get 1/3 off tickets when you travel in groups of 3-9. It really is the more the merrier.
GroupSave is a discount of up to 33% for adults travelling on a single or return journey at Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak times in groups of 3 to 9 people. You wonât need any special cards to travel with GroupSave tickets â all you need to do is travel together with the whole group you booked with for your tickets to be valid. Make sure youâre all sitting close-by on the train though, as the conductor will check that youâre travelling as a group.
[Find out more about GroupSave](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/groupsave-train-tickets)
## How to buy cheap train tickets online
Looking to buy cheap train tickets online? We've got you covered\!

Following these simple steps could save you money.
1. Search online or download our app.
2. Add your departure and arrival station.
3. Choose your date â most Advance tickets go on sale 12 weeks before the date of departure, so the earlier you book the cheaper your tickets could be.
4. Donât forget to add your Railcard, if you have one, to get an even bigger discount. Alternatively, if you're travelling in a group of three to nine adults, you could use [**GroupSave**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/groupsave-train-tickets "GroupSave train tickets") for a discount of up to 33% on participating services.
5. Book\!
To find cheap train tickets for your journey with Trainline, simply enter your travel information into our Journey Planner and search for the time and date that suits you.
## Cheap train tickets for popular UK journeys
These are just some of the cheap prices our customers have seen for UK journeys recently.
[London to Bath](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/london-to-bath-spa)
[London to Edinburgh](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/london-to-edinburgh)
[Edinburgh to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/edinburgh-to-london)
[London to Cardiff](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/london-to-cardiff-central)
[Manchester to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/manchester-to-london)
[Loughborough to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/loughborough-to-london)
[Newark to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/newark-to-london)
[Derby to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/derby-to-london)
[Cheltenham to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/cheltenham-spa-to-london-paddington)
[Glasgow to Edinburgh](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/glasgow-to-edinburgh)
[Northampton to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/northampton-to-london-euston)
[London to Newcastle](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/london-to-newcastle)
[London to Nottingham](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/london-to-nottingham)
[Swansea to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/swansea-to-london-paddington)
[Ipswich to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/ipswich-to-london)
[Bournemouth to London](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/bournemouth-to-london-waterloo)
## More ways to find cheap train tickets with Trainline
Whether you're travelling on your own, with family or friends, for work or a day out, there are plenty of ways to save money on train tickets in the UK.

### Buy cheap business tickets
Looking for cheap business tickets? Why not register for a free business account? Our handy business portal enables you to keep track of all trips, expenses and tickets in one handy place. With our Price Prediction tool, we even tell you when to book before your business fare becomes too expensive. [**Sign up here**](https://www.thetrainline.com/business).

### Buy cheap family train tickets
If you're travelling as a family and want to save money on train fares, we recommend you buy a **[Family & Friends Railcard](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/railcards/family-friends-railcard)** â you'll save 1/3 off your train travel all year round, and you'll get 60% off child fares too. Check out our guide to buying [**family train tickets**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/family-train-tickets).

### Get last-minute train tickets
If you want to get cheap same-day train tickets, download our app to use our Advance purchase on the day tool and get cheap rail fares on the same day of travel. Visit our [**last-minute train tickets page**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/last-minute-train-tickets) for more information.

### Get cheap student train tickets
Taking the train to get to school, college or university? Our dedicated [**student train tickets**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/student-train-tickets)page has got you covered, from saving with a **[16-25 Railcard](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/railcards/16-25-railcard)** to using GroupSave when travelling as a group.
## Cheap train tickets in Europe
It's not just [National Rail](https://www.thetrainline.com/train-companies/national-rail) journeys that you can book cheaply online. We offer travellers great discounts for a number of destinations across trains in Europe, including France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and many more. Our helpful guides are full of fantastic savings on popular rail routes across the continent.
[Cheap train tickets in Europe](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/europe/cheap-european-train-tickets)
[Cheap train tickets in France](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/france/cheap-train-tickets)
[Cheap train tickets in Italy](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/italy/cheap-train-tickets)
[Cheap train tickets in Spain](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/spain/cheap-train-tickets)
[Cheap train tickets in Germany](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/germany/cheap-train-tickets)
## Frequently asked questions
Check out some of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to cheap train tickets in the UK.
### How can I book cheap train tickets?
If youâre after cheap train tickets, you can book online with us and start saving money now. Usually, train fares go up in price, right up until the day you travel. So, one secret to finding cheap train tickets is booking Advance tickets. Plus, weâve got a few nifty features on web and app, like SplitSave, which can make your journey cheaper by splitting it into separate tickets.
### How can I find cheap train tickets to London?
To get the cheapest train tickets to London, youâll need to be super-savvy when searching for tickets. For more information, check out our [Trains to London page](https://www.thetrainline.com/destinations/trains-to-london). Before you know it, youâll have a few extra quid to spend when out and about in the city, instead of just using it to get there\!
### How can I get cheap First Class train tickets?
Want to find the cheapest fares without having to give up comfort? Donât be put off by the thought of paying more to buy a First Class train ticket, as there are ways to get the cheapest fares. For example, if you book well in advance, you may find that the difference in price between Standard and First Class can be less than you'd expect, depending on when you want to travel. Visit our [First Class train tickets page](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/first-class-train-tickets) for more information.
### When are cheap train tickets released?
Cheap train tickets are normally available when they're first released by the train operators. This is usually 12 weeks before your departure date. Booking in advance could save you 61% on average vs Anytime fares on the day.
### Is there an app for cheap train tickets?
Yes! Trainline's app allows you to search and book train tickets helping you find the best prices for your journey. With SplitSave in our app, we'll even show you fares where splitting the ticket can save you even more money. Find out more about SplitSave [here](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/split-tickets).
### Can I set an alert for cheap train tickets?
Yes! If you're looking to book a ticket more than 12 weeks in advance or if they aren't available yet you can set a Ticket Alert with Trainline. We'll then email you when those tickets come on sale, so you can book in advance.
### Do pensioners get cheap train tickets?
Whilst thereâs no such thing as an official senior citizen train ticket, there are plenty of discount cards you can sign up to when you reach a certain age. Most senior citizen discounts cards are available to people aged 60 and over, although some start from age 50.
For just ÂŁ30 a year, anyone aged 60+ can get 1/3 off train travel in Britain with a [Senior Railcard](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/railcards/senior-railcard). You can also buy a 3-year Senior Railcard for just ÂŁ70.
### Do students get cheap train tickets?
Whilst thereâs no such thing as an official student train ticket, there are plenty of ways to save money on train travel. A Railcard is a great way to save money on train tickets as a student, and you can buy 16-17 Saver, 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards directly from Trainline in just a few clicks. For more information, check out our [Student Train Tickets page](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/student-train-tickets).
\*Average saving based on Weekly, Monthly and Annual Season Tickets compared to five Anytime Day Return tickets bought per week, with an allowance for 28 days annual leave. Subject to availability. Adult fare only. Excludes coach. Excludes booking fee.
\*\*Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
°Applies to selected train fares. See Trainline's [railcard terms](https://www.thetrainline.com/terms#railcards) for full details of each Railcard, eligible tickets and travel times. Average saving over 12 months of customers with Railcards purchased on Trainline from March 2021 - June 2021, excluding price of Railcard.
°°Based on average saving for bookings in January 2020 - March 2020 comparing SplitSave fare vs Anytime fare and average Trainline customer frequency in 2019. Subject to SplitSave fares being available.
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Cheap train tickets make affordable day trips and longer journeys possible. If youâre looking for cheap train tickets to London, Edinburgh or destinations across Europe, you can compare prices and book online with us to secure the best available fares.
#### **How to find cheap train tickets**
Train fares usually increase as the travel date approaches. Booking early is one of the most effective ways to save money. In particular, [Advance tickets](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/advance-train-tickets) are often cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
**With our [Journey Planner](https://www.thetrainline.com/journey-planner), you can:**
- Check live train times
- Compare real-time ticket prices
- View routes and station stops
- Find the cheapest available fares

#### Save even more with our App features
Our app includes smart tools designed to reduce the cost of your journey:
- [**SplitSave**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/split-tickets) â Automatically splits your journey into multiple tickets when this is cheaper than buying a single through ticket
- [Train deals and discounts](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/deals-discounts) guide â Stay up to date with the latest UK and European rail offers available to book
Whether youâre planning a budget day out or a longer European trip, we make it simple to find and book cheap train tickets online.
### What's in this guide?
- [Get cheap train tickets with split ticketing](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#split-ticketing)
- [Where can I travel with cheap train tickets?](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#routes)
- [How can I buy cheap train tickets with Trainline?](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#tickets)
- [How to buy cheap train tickets online](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#guide)
- [Cheap train tickets for popular UK journeys](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#popular-journeys)
- [More ways to find cheap train tickets with Trainline](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#more-ways)
- [Cheap train tickets in Europe](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#europe)
- [Frequently asked questions](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/cheap-train-tickets#faqs)

## **Get cheap train tickets with split ticketing**
### **What is split ticketing?**
Split ticketing is a clever way to save money on train travel. Instead of buying one ticket for your whole journey, you buy separate tickets for different sections of the trip â and it often works out cheaper.
Youâll still travel on the same train, with no need to change along the way (in most cases). Itâs a simple way to cut the cost of your journey\!
### **How do split tickets work?**
Split ticketing is when you buy separate tickets for different sections of your journey, rather than one ticket from start to finish.
Your journey is divided into smaller segments on paper, but you donât need to leave the train. The only requirement is that the train stops at each of the stations shown on your tickets.
If asked, just make sure to show the correct ticket for the part of the journey you're travelling on.
### Digital Railcards
Okay, what's easier: getting 1/3 off train travel° with a digital Railcard or trying to find that one missing sock? It was there a minute ago...like literally one minute ago. Why is it always the left one? Well, with average savings of £167° a year, you can always put your best foot forward with a Railcard on the Trainline app. Socked or not.
We are an official retailer of Railcards by National Rail. Buy a digital Railcard online with us - it's stored directly in the Trainline app, so you can use it right away to get 1/3 off eligible journeys for a whole year. Save an average of £167 a year with a Railcard°.
[Find out more about Railcards](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/railcards)


### Advance tickets
Not all tickets are created equal. Some are just, well, cheaper. With Advance tickets, you can save even more on top of your everyday savings. Book up to 12 weeks ahead and save an average of 61%\*\* on your tickets. Itâs a no-brainer.
Generally, Advance train tickets are fares that go on sale well before the day of travel. They're only available as Single tickets for A to B rail journeys and are non-refundable and not flexible. Perfect for those who like to plan their journeys well ahead of time, Advance tickets are the best way to be organised when it comes to travel.
[Find out more about Advance tickets](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/advance-train-tickets)
### SplitSave
Finally, a split worth celebrating. With SplitSave, our web and app feature will consciously uncouple your tickets and split your journey into two cheaper fares, and you don't need to lift a finger. Pros: stay on the same train and it costs you around £260 a year less°°. Cons: there are no cons.
Simply put, split ticketing is when you âsplitâ your train journey into multiple tickets, instead of buying a single ticket. It may sound strange, but if you buy multiple tickets along your trip you can save a lot of money compared to having a single ticket â in most cases you donât even have to change trains\!
[Find out more about SplitSave](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/split-tickets)


### Best Price Guarantee
We always want you to get the best price.
So, if you buy a ticket on the day you travel, youâre more likely to see pigs fly than find cheaper tickets anywhere else.
In fact, weâre so sure about it, that in the off chance you do, weâll pay the difference.\*
Simply book train tickets in our app and if you find a cheaper fare, get in touch and weâll do the rest\!
[Find out more about Best Price Guarantee](https://www.thetrainline.com/information/best-price-guarantee)
### Price Prediction
Our handy in-app Price Prediction tool could help you save money on UK train tickets. Fear not, thereâs no need to be a maths whizz yourself! Simply search for your journey and weâll guide you with tips in the search results.
Our nifty Price Prediction tool runs on clever sums, not crystal balls. Our data scientists have worked their brain magic to save you money by analysing pricing trends from tickets that have already been sold. We then apply the same trends to the tickets that are available now, to estimate how long itâll be before the tickets for the journey youâre viewing will go up in price.
[Find out more about Price Prediction](https://www.thetrainline.com/price-prediction)


### Ticket alerts
Want to feel smug? Set a Ticket Alert to snap up cheaper Advance fares as soon as theyâre released.
In the UK, Advance tickets are usually released around 12 weeks before the departure date. If you know when you want to travel but tickets aren't on sale yet, Ticket Alert will email you to let you know when they are, usually at a cheaper price than booking closer to the date of travel.
[Find out more about Ticket Alerts](https://www.thetrainline.com/ticketalert)
### Digital Season Tickets
Travelling 3+ times per week? Save 1/3 with a Digital Season Ticket and just tap, scan and go\!
Season Tickets allow you to travel at any time of day, and as much as you want for a specified period between two stations. You can choose how long they last and make as many back-and-forth trips within that period as you please. Thatâs not all â Digital Season Tickets live in the Trainline app on your phone, so you donât need to queue at the station to collect a paper ticket or worry about losing it.
[Find out more about Digital Season Tickets](https://www.thetrainline.com/season-tickets)


### GroupSave
Get 1/3 off tickets when you travel in groups of 3-9. It really is the more the merrier.
GroupSave is a discount of up to 33% for adults travelling on a single or return journey at Off-Peak or Super Off-Peak times in groups of 3 to 9 people. You wonât need any special cards to travel with GroupSave tickets â all you need to do is travel together with the whole group you booked with for your tickets to be valid. Make sure youâre all sitting close-by on the train though, as the conductor will check that youâre travelling as a group.
[Find out more about GroupSave](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/groupsave-train-tickets)

Following these simple steps could save you money.
1. Search online or download our app.
2. Add your departure and arrival station.
3. Choose your date â most Advance tickets go on sale 12 weeks before the date of departure, so the earlier you book the cheaper your tickets could be.
4. Donât forget to add your Railcard, if you have one, to get an even bigger discount. Alternatively, if you're travelling in a group of three to nine adults, you could use [**GroupSave**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/ticket-types/groupsave-train-tickets "GroupSave train tickets") for a discount of up to 33% on participating services.
5. Book\!
To find cheap train tickets for your journey with Trainline, simply enter your travel information into our Journey Planner and search for the time and date that suits you.

### Buy cheap business tickets
Looking for cheap business tickets? Why not register for a free business account? Our handy business portal enables you to keep track of all trips, expenses and tickets in one handy place. With our Price Prediction tool, we even tell you when to book before your business fare becomes too expensive. [**Sign up here**](https://www.thetrainline.com/business).

### Buy cheap family train tickets
If you're travelling as a family and want to save money on train fares, we recommend you buy a **[Family & Friends Railcard](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/railcards/family-friends-railcard)** â you'll save 1/3 off your train travel all year round, and you'll get 60% off child fares too. Check out our guide to buying [**family train tickets**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/family-train-tickets).

### Get last-minute train tickets
If you want to get cheap same-day train tickets, download our app to use our Advance purchase on the day tool and get cheap rail fares on the same day of travel. Visit our [**last-minute train tickets page**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/last-minute-train-tickets) for more information.

### Get cheap student train tickets
Taking the train to get to school, college or university? Our dedicated [**student train tickets**](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/student-train-tickets)page has got you covered, from saving with a **[16-25 Railcard](https://www.thetrainline.com/trains/great-britain/railcards/16-25-railcard)** to using GroupSave when travelling as a group.
\*Average saving based on Weekly, Monthly and Annual Season Tickets compared to five Anytime Day Return tickets bought per week, with an allowance for 28 days annual leave. Subject to availability. Adult fare only. Excludes coach. Excludes booking fee.
\*\*Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
°Applies to selected train fares. See Trainline's [railcard terms](https://www.thetrainline.com/terms#railcards) for full details of each Railcard, eligible tickets and travel times. Average saving over 12 months of customers with Railcards purchased on Trainline from March 2021 - June 2021, excluding price of Railcard.
°°Based on average saving for bookings in January 2020 - March 2020 comparing SplitSave fare vs Anytime fare and average Trainline customer frequency in 2019. Subject to SplitSave fares being available. | |||||||||
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