Are pre booked train tickets cheaper?

Advance tickets are usually the cheapest way to travel by train, and generally go on sale 12 weeks before your date of travel. You have to travel on the train you’re booked on, but you get a much cheaper price by foregoing flexible travel times.

How far in advance can you book Virgin trains?

Standard and advance tickets are the cheapest and are released up to 24 weeks before departure. Booking on the day of travel however is available. Seats can be reserved with 60-minutes notice.

How much time before can I book train tickets?

120 days
Advance reservations are made generally up to 120 days in advance for all classes and all trains. The period of advance reservation (ARP) is exclusive of the day of departure of the train.

Do train tickets get cheaper closer to departure?

Choose your date – most Advance tickets go on sale 12 weeks before the date of departure, so the earlier you book the cheaper your tickets could be.

How can I book train tickets before 30 minutes?

Starting today, you can book a railway ticket on the IRCTC website, 30 minutes prior to the departure of a train. In a passenger-friendly move, Railways has also made changes in its system of prepara. Starting today, you can book a railway ticket on the IRCTC website, 30 minutes prior to the departure of a train.

Can train ticket be booked after chart preparation?

More from Travel News Henceforth, you can book your train tickets until the second reservation chart has been prepared. You can book online, or through the Passengers Reservation System (PRS) counters until the second chart is prepared. You will get a seat if there has been a cancellation.

Do train prices go up the day before?

Most train companies release cheap advance tickets about 12 weeks before the date of travel, and they almost always go up in price over time.