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About TfL Railway
TfL Railway, a UK passenger rail company, provides transportation services between central London and the surrounding counties of Essex, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire, serving millions of passengers annually. The company, also known as Crossrail and the Elizabeth Line, was established in 2015 and is operated by the MTR Corporation, a Hong Kong-based company, on behalf of TfL, the local government board for public transport in London.
TfL Railway operates 1 primary routes, with trains stopping at 22 stations. The first route connects Liverpool Street terminus in London with Shenfield in Essex, passing through Stratford (east London) and Romford, and offers up to eight services per hour. The second route, starting and ending at Paddington Station in north London, serves destinations including Ealing, Heathrow Airport, Maidenhead, and Reading, with peak-time service frequencies of up to four times per hour.
TfL Railway trains feature modern, spacious cars equipped with onboard restrooms and excellent information displays, making tracking your stops easy. As a bonus, WiFi and 4G services will soon be available on all trains, with most stations already offering the service.
Fares for TfL Railway services start at just €29.78. Travelers can find the best deals by using Wanderu, an official partner of TfL Railway since 2017. Wanderu provides a convenient platform for checking timetables and booking tickets for all TfL Railway services.
Contact TfL Railway
Phone number: GB:TfL Railway Amenities
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TfL Railway Train Guide & FAQs
No, unfortunately TfL Railway does not offer WiFi aboard its trains at this time. However, we find that a good book makes the time fly by and streaming services like Netflix allow you download TV shows and movies that you can then watch during your trip. Plan ahead and you will stay entertained during the entire train ride.
TfL Railway does not offer power outlets on their trains at this time. We suggest you charge up your laptop ahead of time and bring a power bank for your phone to extend its battery life for the duration of the trip. And remember - a good book doesn’t require any power.
On a typical day, TfL Railway has 3 scheduled train trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.
Yes, TfL Railway offers the option to purchase will call tickets. Will call tickets are an option that allows you to book the tickets ahead of time online, then pick up the tickets from an agent or kiosk once you arrive at the station. Note that you will need to bring the confirmation information you received when you made your ticket purchase. If you choose to use the will call ticket option with TfL Railway, please make sure to bring the same credit card you used to purchase the tickets with you when you pick them up.
No, TfL Railway does not require an ID to board its trains at this time. Of course, it is always a good idea to carry a government-issued ID whenever you hit the road.
Yes, there are bathrooms on TfL Railway trains. The bathrooms are pretty basic and include a toilet, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Most bathrooms don’t have running water. As you will be using a bathroom on a moving vehicle, please use caution and hold on to a rail at all times.
TfL Railway does not offer meals or beverages onboard. We recommend you bring a drink and some snacks for your trip. We also suggest packing a reusable water bottle with you to reduce your impact on the environment. However, note that most trains do not allow you to bring your own alcoholic drinks.
Yes, TfL Railway requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the train. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most trains.
TfL Railway focuses on delivering a great travel experience at a low price and currently does not offer premium features like extra legroom or onboard entertainment. But these days, between your laptop, tablet, smartphone and e-reader, you’re the master of your own entertainment even on longer journeys.
How do I get the best deal on TfL Railway tickets?
Wanderu is the best place to score cheap TfL Railway tickets. Wanderu offers the lowest available fares every day and charges no extra booking fees. Plus, you can compare TfL Railway prices with trips offered by other train companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!
Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.
When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best bus and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
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