Why won t Trainline let me reserve seats?


Why won t Trainline let me reserve seats? Why don't I have a seat reservation? The TOC you are travelling with doesn't provide seat reservations on that train, this is common on shorter routes and during peak travel times on commuter routes. On these trains you can sit in any vacant seat in the class your ticket is booked for.


How far in advance are train tickets released?

Typically, train companies release their Advance tickets 12 weeks before the departure date, although some go on sale as far as 24 weeks in advance!


How do I check seat availability before booking?

Go to http://www.expedia.com/ and enter travel dates and times and click on search for flights. Usually, a long list of flights will appear. Click on the Preview Seat Availability link that appears just under your desired flight. A seat map will be shown with all available seats.


Can I change seat in train after booking?

Your seat will be automatically assigned when you complete your reservation. You may change your assigned seat at any time after your booking is complete using interactive seat maps on the Amtrak app or on Amtrak.com. There is no fee to change your seat.


How do reserved seats work on trains?

Your seat will be automatically assigned when you complete your reservation. You may change your assigned seat and choose a different seat at any time after your booking is complete by viewing your reservation in the Amtrak app or on Amtrak.com. There is no fee to change your seat.


Why are all tickets not available to buy on Trainline?

Another reason why tickets may not be obtainable is that they have not yet been made accessible. Trainline unveils tickets for upcoming trips at varying intervals, so it's plausible that the tickets you are searching for have not yet been made available. So, you may ask yourself When to book tickets?


What does priority seating mean on Trainline?

Most trains are fitted with priority seating for travellers who are disabled, elderly passengers, pregnant passengers or passengers carrying toddlers. Priority seats are present on the vast majority of trains in the UK, offering space for customers with reduced mobility or who may need a little more room.


Can you eat on Trainline?

While you can bring your own food and drink (alcohol included) onto most trains, many offer some type of food and beverage either for purchase or included in your ticket price.


How can I reserve a seat without paying?

With most airlines, if you DON'T pay and just check in online as early as you can, you WILL get to sit with the rest of your group – as long as seats are still available. All of the major airlines bar Ryanair told us their seat allocation systems will always try to seat groups on the same booking together.


Are reserved train seats guaranteed?

Seat reservations aren't guaranteed though and some Train Operating Companies (TOCs) don't offer seat reservations at all. Even without a seat reservation your tickets are still valid, and you can sit in any vacant unreserved seat. Sit in any vacant unreserved seat except First Class.


What does no seats reserved mean?

If there's no specific seat reserved on your ticket, then you can sit in any seat in the class of accommodation that your ticket is for.


Is the Trainline cheaper than national rail?

Is Trainline more expensive than National Rail? The trainline is a reseller/agent so although the fares are usually the same, you may other charges such as booking fees/credit card fees and delivery fees and may miss any special promotional fares. There is no point in booking through them.


Why does my train ticket not have a seat?

The train operator may not have released seat reservations at that time. The train operator will only open seat reservations when the train path has been confirmed by Network Rail. This is usually 12 weeks ahead of your travel date. The train on which you wish to travel is full at the time of booking.