Do train tickets work on the Elizabeth line?


Do train tickets work on the Elizabeth line? Fares and ticketing The Elizabeth line has two 'London Terminal' stations on its route - London Paddington National Rail station and London Liverpool Street National Rail station. Tickets for National Rail services to/from London Terminals are not valid on the Elizabeth line between Paddington and Liverpool Street.


Is Elizabeth line part of National Rail?

Operated by MTR Elizabeth line (MTREL), a 100% subsidiary of MTR Corporation, the Elizabeth line is part of the TfL network and has interchanges with the London Underground, DLR, London Overground and National Rail services.


How regular are trains on the Elizabeth line?

Elizabeth line trains run every three to four minutes from early morning to late evening, seven days a week.


Does my train ticket include the underground?

Travelling across London with your train ticket If your journey involves travelling via or across London to connect with another National Rail service, your ticket should include the cost of transfer on London Underground, DLR, Thameslink or Elizabeth line services between the relevant stations.


Why is Elizabeth line more expensive?

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: This fare increase was chosen as one which would have a lower impact on Londoners currently worried about the cost of living, and to ensure that journeys that avoid zone 1 will not be affected, helping to protect those living near and working at the airport.


Is Elizabeth line separate fare?

The fares on the central section of the Elizabeth line (Paddington to Liverpool Street) are the same as the fares on London Underground in Zone 1.


Is the Elizabeth line part of Oyster card?

You can use contactless throughout the Elizabeth line. Oyster cards and valid Travelcards are also accepted, but not west of West Drayton.


Is the Elizabeth line a train or metro?

The Elizabeth line is London's first accessible railway. It is the result of the biggest infrastructure project in a generation and, as a concept, can trace its history back over a century.


Do you need a different ticket for the Elizabeth line?

Using London Terminals tickets on the Elizabeth line Customers using these tickets must buy a separate ticket or use pay as you go to travel beyond Paddington (if travelling from the west) or Liverpool Street (if travelling from the east).


How to get Elizabeth line Oyster card?

To mark the occasion, TfL has designed new Elizabeth Line themed Oyster cards - but how exactly can you get hold of one? On the first day of service for the Elizabeth line, the cards will be dispensed from machines at all stations opening on the line as well as stops in Zone 1.


How do tickets on trains work?

In most circumstances, you must purchase a ticket before you board a train. On most Amtrak trains, only the full, undiscounted, unrestricted fare will be available for purchase onboard the train. This is regardless of reservations made or fares previously quoted by ticket agents, Amtrak.com or elsewhere.


Can I get an earlier train than my ticket?

Advance train tickets aren't flexible, so you must catch the train specified on your ticket. If you catch an earlier train, you may have to pay additional fees, so please check with ticket staff at the station.