TrainSplit - Split Ticketing - Cheap Train Ticketing

By dividing your train journey into two or more segments with separate tickets, you can reduce costs on your next trip.

Many individuals are currently experiencing cost-effective train travel thanks to TrainSplit.

Features:

- Search - Look for affordable train tickets today. TrainSplit’s smart algorithm scans the extensive and constantly updated National Rail database to provide you with the best travel options via Split Ticketing.

- Book - Purchase your tickets for significant savings. Once TrainSplit’s powerful search engine identifies the most economical travel plan, you can proceed to book your trip and hit the road.

- Live times - Access up-to-the-minute arrivals and departures at any UK National Rail station.

- E-Tickets - We provide E-Tickets for all eligible routes and conveniently store them in the app after you’ve made your reservation. Enjoy the same great savings while reducing paper waste.

- Account - Save your information for quicker bookings in the future.

- Review - Check your past trips and confirm the details of upcoming travel.

How does it operate?

- Using our app is both fast and straightforward. For example, think about traveling from Birmingham to Leeds:

- A return ticket is priced at £75.50*.

- With TrainSplit, you can purchase a ticket from Birmingham to Derby, another from Derby to Sheffield, and finally one from Sheffield to Leeds, totaling only £49.30.

- This results in an impressive saving of £25.80!

What should I do?

- Using TrainSplit is as quick and easy as any standard train booking platform.

- Just input your travel itinerary and TrainSplit will take care of the rest.

- Our robust search engine will identify the least expensive options available for your reservation.

- If you qualify for a National Railcard, you can get one through the app in under 2 minutes, enabling additional savings on your journeys. Plus, we can renew it automatically for you—reducing your worries.

Will I need to change trains?

- Relax and enjoy your ride. Even though you have multiple tickets, you can remain on the train.

- If you have reserved seats, you might need to switch to a different seat during your trip, unless you use our Seat Selector to keep the same seat(s) throughout.

- Split Ticketing is sanctioned under the National Rail conditions of carriage. Please check further details within the app.

*All listed fares are Off-Peak (for same-day returns) and were accurate as of July 2023. Greater savings may be available during peak travel times.

App Experience:

TrainSplit is a practical app that helps you split your train tickets into segments to save on travel costs. It's easy to use and compliant with regulations. Simply enter your itinerary, and its intelligent algorithm will scan the UK National Rail database to plan the most cost-effective segmented ticketing scheme. Even if you buy multiple segmented tickets, you don't need to get off the train to transfer; just show the corresponding e-ticket at the ticket gate. 

The app also allows you to manage orders, view real-time train schedules, and save personal information to speed up the booking process. Furthermore, linking a railcard or entering children's information can add discounts. Tickets are refundable and changeable with the same benefits as regular tickets. On some routes, you can even lock the same seat for the entire journey using the seat selection function, reducing travel expenses while ensuring a smooth travel experience.

Related Questions and Answers:

1. **Q: When using a sectional ticket, do I need to get off and transfer between trains? What if the train doesn't stop at a connecting station for a long time? **

A: You don't need to get off and transfer. As long as it's the same train, even if you have a sectional ticket, you can ride the entire journey without leaving the station or changing trains. The train's stops at connecting stations don't affect your journey, as you don't need to get off. You just need to make sure the sections covered by your sectional ticket connect to your entire journey (the platform will automatically match sections within the same train to avoid connection issues).

2. **Q: If I buy a sectional ticket, do I need to present a different ticket at each check-in? Wouldn't that be inconvenient? **

A: You do need to present a ticket for the corresponding section. For example, for a sectional ticket from Birmingham to Leeds (Birmingham to Derby, Derby to Sheffield, Sheffield to Leeds), you need to present the ticket corresponding to the section you're traveling at check-in. However, the platform organizes all sectional tickets into a single order, allowing you to quickly switch between them within the app, eliminating the need to search for individual tickets. This makes it much more convenient.

3. **Q: Can children or those with Railcard benefits combine discounts when purchasing a sectional ticket? **

A: Yes. When searching for tickets, simply enter the child's information or link a Railcard (such as a Youth Pass or Family Pass) in advance on the platform. The system will automatically apply the discount to each sectional ticket price, making the final price more affordable than a non-discounted sectional ticket, following the same discount rules as regular tickets.

4. **Q: Will sectional tickets be affected if the train is delayed or cancelled? Can they be changed or refunded like regular tickets? **

A: Same benefits as regular train tickets. If the train is delayed or cancelled, you can use your sectional ticket to request a change from the railway company (free transfer to another train on the same day, ensuring the new train also covers the sectional route) or apply for a refund according to regulations (usually a full refund is available if the delay exceeds a certain time). The platform will provide a ticket order number to facilitate contacting the railway company.

5. **Q: Do all National Rail routes in the UK support sectional tickets? For example, routes with small stations in remote areas? **

A: Most major routes (such as those between major cities like London, Birmingham, and Leeds) support this feature. However, some routes with smaller stops in remote areas (with fewer trains and lower passenger volume) may not be able to generate a segmented plan due to the lack of matching trains after the segment split. In such cases, the platform will simply display "No segmented discounts available" and recommend a regular direct ticket to avoid ticket purchase difficulties.