Title: How to get cheap train tickets | Campaign For Better Transport
Headings: How to get cheap train tickets
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How to get cheap train tickets
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Content: We are now in the unenviable position of having some of the highest rail fares in the world and it's set to get worse. The Government continues to increase regulated fares (which include season tickets and overnight returns) above inflation each year. In fact, fares are now rising twice as fast as incomes. The good news is there are still some bargains to be had if you know where to look. With literally millions of combinations of tickets available it can be a minefield to find the best deal, so here are some tips to help you find the right fare – along with ways we're campaigning to make the system fairer. Book ahead
If you can plan your journey in advance, book your ticket as soon as possible. Tickets go on sale up to 12 weeks before the date of travel ( find out how far ahead you can currently book) so the earlier you can book the better deals you'll be able to find. Be warned though, always check the terms and conditions of your ticket carefully before you commit to buy, as advance tickets restrict you to travelling on the train you book on so there's no room for last minute changes of plan. "If you buy your ticket from a railway booking office, buy it during a quiet time of day. If there's no queue, booking clerks will usually happily spend 15 minutes trying to knock off a further few quid for you" - Jamie Graham
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