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How do you get train tickets in the last moment?

Now, get rail tickets at ‘last’ minute

1. In future, travellers can book tickets after the second reservation chart is out just 30 minutes before the departure of trains.
2. The railways launched the new feature on the IRCTC website on Wednesday.

How can I book train tickets before 2 hours?

Rail users can hunt for vacant seats or berths and book tickets four hours before a train departs. Passengers can book a ticket by accessing the IRCTC website, pay online, or ask ticket-checkers on board to book the ticket and pay online — using debit or credit cards, UPI or cash.

How can I get current booking in train?

Help Contents – Get Current Booking Availability at Station

1. Go to Current Booking Availability page.
2. Type and select Name or Code of “At” and “Going to” stations.
3. Wait for the station suggestion list to appear and select your stations.
4. Tap on “Get Current Availability” button.

How late can you book a train ticket?

A: You can reserve your tickets through Indian Railways booking counters from 8:00 in the morning till 8:00 in the night, on all days except Sundays.

Can we book train ticket just before 30 minutes?

The pre-Covid system of preparing the second reservation chart 30 minutes before the departure of the train, which was not being followed for the last few months, has been restored by the railways. Indian Railways will now allow booking and cancellation of tickets till five minutes before the train leaves the station.

How late can you book train ticket?

A: You can reserve your tickets through Indian Railways booking counters from 8:00 in the morning till 8:00 in the night, on all days except Sundays. On Sundays, the booking centers are open from 8:00 in the morning till 2:00 in the noon.

Can I book train ticket at midnight?

Q: Can I make reservations in the night? A: Yes. IRCTC’s reservation facility is available in the night except from 11:45 pm to 12:20 am, every night. Reservation through counters stops at 8:00 pm on all days except on Sundays; PRS counters closes at 2 pm on Sundays.

Can I get train ticket before 1 hour?

The change comes as the Indian Railways has decided to restore the pre-COVID system of preparing the second reservation chart half an hour before the departure time. The new rule comes into effect from today.

When current availability in train opens?

Current booking opens just after the chart is prepared for the train i.e. 3 or 4 hours prior to departure of the train. Incase you want to book current ticket for any train from staion other than originating station you will be able to do so when its under 3 hours for the train to depart from that particular station.

Can I book last-minute train tickets?

It’s easy to use when you’re on the go, meaning you can book last-minute train tickets in a flash. However, please bear in mind that Advance purchase on the day tickets may not always be available, depending on the popularity of a route and availability of tickets.

How does trainman help travellers in booking tickets?

This is where Trainman helps travellers as it also gives the confirmation chances for waiting list tickets based on pnr status history for past tickets book on Indian Railways. Passengers can know beforehand to book tatkal ticket on IRCTC or go for suvidha trains which charge dynamic fare.

What happens if I miss my next train?

If you miss your next train because a previous connecting train service was delayed, you will be able to travel on the next train service provided by the TOC (as long as the entire journey is booked under one ticket). Speak to a member of staff on the delayed train or at the next station and they can help you get your journey back on track.

How do I make changes to my Train booking?

You’ll need an account to make online changes, to create an account simply click on the ‘Register to manage my booking’ button in your confirmation email. If the train you are on is delayed and you’re worried about missing your connection, please check for information on the region you are travelling in below.