Train Ticket FAQ: Your Questions Answered

Choose your route and date, compare departure times, pick a fare class, pay and keep your confirmation. You can also call (800) 490-3234 for help. See how to book cheap train tickets.

A company that helps you search, compare and book train tickets. It is not the train operator. See train booking agency.

Yes. Call (800) 490-3234 with your route, dates and traveler names. See book train tickets by phone.

As early as your plans allow, since lower fares tend to sell first.

Bring it. Names on tickets should match the traveler's ID.

Usually as early as possible, and for midweek, off-peak travel. See the cheapest time to book.

It depends on the route, so compare both. See one-way and round-trip tickets.

Groups such as seniors, children, students and military may qualify, and rules vary. See train ticket discounts.

Often more than early fares, but it depends on the route. See last-minute train tickets.

It depends on the route and date. See train vs bus vs flight.

It depends on the fare. See changes and refunds.

The operator decides what help is offered. Contact the operator or your booking service with your details.

Use a service with clear contact details and a total price shown before you pay. See book train tickets safely.

About 30 minutes before departure, and earlier at large stations.

Most trains allow carry-on bags, and limits vary. Check your operator's rules.

Coach is the budget choice, and business, first and sleeper add comfort. See train seat types.

See our first-time train travel tips.

Browse train tickets by route and train stations.