What is Split Ticketing?
Split Ticketing is a useful feature that can help you save money on your train journeys in the UK.
By combining multiple tickets (instead of single tickets) for the same journey you can often find cheaper fares compared to a single ticket for the entire journey.
This article will guide you through how to use Split Ticketing to save money on your UK train journeys.
Example - For a Manchester to London journey, Split Ticketing may break the journey in two:
Manchester - Stoke on Trent
Stoke on Trent- London
You would have two individual tickets for each leg of the journey instead of a single Manchester-London ticket.
How to Use Split Ticketing
Start by clicking on the train icon and searching for your preferred journey
If split tickets are available for your journey, they will be displayed as an option. This will be indicated by a "Split Tickets" option next to the journey details.
Click on the "i" next to Split Tickets for further information about split ticketing
4. To view the details of the split tickets, click into the journey and then onto the ticket types.
5. The next page will attempt to book seat reservations for each ticket if required or advise if no seat numbers are available.
6. Once you have reviewed the details and selected your preferred split tickets, continue with the booking process as usual.
7. When the booking is confirmed you will be able to see the ticket types and the number of tickets available for download. tickets can also be downloaded from the email confirmation as usual.
Tips for Using Split Ticketing
Keep in mind that Split Ticketing may not always result in cheaper fares. The platform will display results in price order.
Remember to always check your tickets carefully before traveling to ensure you have the correct tickets for each leg of your journey.
Occasionally you may need to change seats partway through your journey, please check the seat numbers listed on your tickets carefully
By following these steps and tips, you can use Split Ticketing to save money on your UK train journeys. Happy travels!