Trainline

Trainline is a convenient train travel app covering train services throughout Europe. Users can use the app to find, compare and book train tickets, as well as easily manage their travel schedule. Provides the cheapest fare information, allowing users to save time and money on booking train tickets. In addition, it also provides convenient functions such as real-time train information, seat reservations and digital tickets, providing users with a more convenient and faster train travel experience.

Software features

Start your next exciting journey, buy train tickets or train tickets across the UK and the rest of Europe or even search train fares for your daily commute. Find cheap flights on Eurostar, Avanti West Coast, GWR, LNER, National Express and many other European rail lines. Or if you want to buy bus tickets, just search and book directly in the app.

Compare train prices before buying your Europe train tickets and our live train times mean you don't miss a thing. It's an easy way to buy train tickets and plan international travel by rail or bus in 45 countries in Europe and the rest of the world! Get cheap train or bus tickets for your next European adventure today!

Compare bus ticket or train prices before planning your next journey and booking cheap train tickets using our app. You're always in control with our live train timetables (for British Rail, Trenitalia, Renfe, Eurostar and SNCF routes), price alerts, mobile tickets/tickets and seat selection (where available) journey of. Book your tickets using our app and start your journey today.

Software Highlights

Buy all your train and bus tickets in one place – plan an international country trip on our app.

Compare train and bus options from 260 train and bus companies, find cheap air tickets and buy the bus tickets that suit you.

Compare train prices, buy bus tickets and get cheap train tickets in your preferred currency – available in USD, GBP, EUR, AUD, CAD, CHF and SEK.

Purchase tickets using Amex, Apple Pay, PayPal, and all major credit and debit cards.

Add Loyalty and Discount Cards to benefit from cheap flights on British Rail, Eurostar, SNCF, Thalys and Renfe.

Book your tickets in advance or buy your train tickets on the day of travel (up to 15 minutes before departure) and check live train running times.

Buy your tickets on your mobile phone to skip the queues at the stations. Mobile and passenger tickets are available on selected routes.

how to add railcard to trainline app

Select your desired travel details, destination and dates. Then choose the train ticket that best suits your needs. Once you enter the ticket purchase screen, select the "Add Railcard" option.

FAQ

Select Railcard

Here you need to choose a railcard that suits your age or situation to get the best discounts. For example, if you are over 60, it would be beneficial for you to get a premium railcard.

Apply for a railcard

After entering your railcard details (e.g. date, photo), you can click the "Add" button to apply your railcard to your ticket.

Once completed, you will see the discounted price. If you are satisfied with the price and time, you can complete your ticket purchase.

Using railcards and train line accounts

If you have a railcard, you can use it on the trainline app. You can do this by following these steps:

Navigate to the Railcard option

Launch and log into your account on the Trainline app. Then select the "More" option in the lower right corner. Select "Railcard" from the drop-down menu.

Add your railcard

Click the "+ Add" button in the new screen. Here you can select the type of railcard you have. Once found, you have to enter your railcard details such as railcard name, number and expiry date. Then click "Add Railcard" and save your Railcard to your account.

You can then use a valid British Railcard to save 1/3 on your train or coach fare.

How much does a railcard cost?

The cost of each railcard is different, depending on the annual option and type of railcard. Most railcards cost ?30 per year, but a disabled railcard costs just ?20. If you choose the three-year option, the 16-25, Seniors, Veterans and Family & Friends railcards cost ?70, so you save ?20 by buying the three-year term. However, a disabled railcard with a three-year option costs just ?54. Two Together, 16-17, 26-30 and Network Railcard do not offer a 3 year option.

When can I use my railcard?

This depends on the type of railcard you have. In fact, you can save money by using your railcard during off-peak times, weekends and public holidays. However, some age-related railcards can be used at lower fares during peak times. If you have a disability railcard, you can use it at any time.

Purchased railcard not found in the app

You must log into your account using the same email address you used to purchase your railcard. Then go to Account > Your Railcards to see a list of your purchased railcards.

expired railcard

If your account has expired, you will not be able to use it on the Trainline app. You need to update it before adding it to the application.