Train tickets: do you save if you book in advance?

HappyUser
HappyUser Posts: 301 Forumite
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Hello


I want to go this Saturday to Cardiff from London. I don't want to buy ticket from now as I may not feel well to go on Saturday.


Will I lose alot of money if I buy them few hours before travel than if I bought them now?

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  • KeithP
    KeithP Posts: 37,625 Forumite
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    Have you read MSE's Cheap Train Tickets article?

    Perhaps do that first and then ask pertinent questions. ;)
  • Redvee
    Redvee Posts: 140 Forumite
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    Years ago I bought a return ticket in advance saving money and making a cycle booking but the reason for my journey changed so I got a refund before the date of travel. Can't remember but I think there might have been an admin fee.
  • Spelunthus
    Spelunthus Posts: 162 Forumite
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    If you book using Trainline, you can generally get a refund on unused tickets. The fee is £10 I think. So it depends whether pre-booking can save you £10 or more....
  • giraffe69
    giraffe69 Posts: 3,558 Forumite
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    If you book using Trainline, you can generally get a refund on unused tickets.

    Bear in mind Trainline charge a fee for tickets which most sellers do not.
  • CarolynRach
    CarolynRach Posts: 203 Forumite
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    If you use Quidco, you can get up to 3% cashback on Trainline (and some other ticket operators)
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