How to book an Indian railway ticket from the UK?

To book an Indian railway ticket from the UK, use the official IRCTC website (www.irctc.co.in) or apps like 12Go Asia to register with your passport details. International users can book up to 365 days in advance via the Foreign Tourist Quota. Payment can be made with international credit/debit cards using the Razorpay/Amex options.

How to book India train tickets from the UK?

Foreign Tourists (including NRIs) holding valid passport can now avail Foreign Tourist Quota facility to book railway tickets online using IRCTC eTicketing website www.irctc.co.in. International Users can book tickets under Foreign Tourist Quota upto 365 days in advance.

How can I book an Indian railway ticket online?

MakeMyTrip is the leading portal for making your IRCTC ticket booking within a few minutes. All you have to do is enter your source and destination and look at all the trains available on the selected route. In order to confirm your tickets, enter your IRCTC login ID and be ready to embark on a journey of a lifetime.

How to book an Indian railway ticket without an IRCTC account?

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How to buy railway tickets in the UK?

For example, you can use the National Rail website or app, or visit a station ticket office or ticket machine.

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How do I buy train tickets by phone UK?

To book tickets by phone, simply call our 24/7 customer support line at 03457 48 49 50. We can help you by providing information about train times and fares, so if you know where and when you want to travel, we can put you in touch with the relevant train operator.

Can foreigners use IRCTC?

Foreign tourists as well as NRIs holding a valid passport can buy train tickets in India. International tourists can book railway tickets using the eticketing website of IRCTC under Foreign Railway Quota up to 365 days in advance. Foreigners have to pay registration fees of INR 100 + GST to register in IRCTC.

What is the new rule of IRCTC ticket booking?

The update applies specifically to online bookings on the first day of the Advance Reservation Period. From January 12, 2026: Only Aadhaar-authenticated IRCTC users will be allowed to book general reserved tickets online on the opening day of ARP. Verified users can book tickets from 8:00 am until midnight on that day.

Can I access IRCTC outside India?

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What is redBus used for?

Redbus India Private Limited, doing business as redBus, is an Indian multinational online bus-ticketing platform that provides bus and train ticket booking through its website and iOS and Android mobile apps.

What is the fee for international user in IRCTC?

International/NRI user with Residence Country other than India have to pay registration fees of ₹ 100 + GST.

What is the app to buy train tickets in the UK?

The Trainline app brings tickets for more than 270 European operators (including all UK Rail, Eurostar, SNCF, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn and Renfe) into one place, so you have all the info at your fingertips.

How to get a 20% discount on IRCTC?

Option 1: From the Booking Confirmation Page (BOOKING DETAILS), tap “Book Return Journey (20% Discount)” / “Book Return Journey (Discounted)” option to continue. Option 2: From the MY BOOKINGS section, tap the ONWARD journey PNR booked as per Step-1.

How many days in advance can we book an Indian railway ticket?

How many days in advance can I reserve my ticket? You can reserve your ticket 60 days in advance, excluding the date of journey at the train originating station. At intermediate stations where the train arrives the following day, reservation can be done 61 days in advance.

Is ID required for a train ticket?

The user is not required to give any input of the photo identity card details of any of the passengers while booking the ticket. However he shall have to carry and show one of following identity card of any of the passengers in original while travelling. The following photo identity cards are considered valid.

How to register for Indian Railways?

New User Registration Process

1. First Name *
2. Last Name *
3. Address *
4. PinCode *
5. Date Of Birth * (dd-mm-yyyy)
6. Email ID *
7. Alternate Email ID.
8. Mobile No *

Why is Omio so much cheaper?

Why is Omio cheaper? Omio can be cheaper because we offer several ways to travel to your destination. We show the full range of transport options from the cheapest bus to the fastest train. This way, you can find the best routes that work for you.