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Whether it\u2019s to visit your friends at university, or to explore a new city over the course of a weekend, we\u2019re all looking for ways to travel for cheap on trains. But, it\u2019s common knowledge that every passenger doles out a different fare these days. So, here\u2019s how to make sure you\u2019re sitting in the savviest seat possible on board your next trip.<\/p>\n

Split Your Ticket<\/h2>\n

The newest trend in order to take the world of cheap train travel by storm is \u2018ticket splitting\u2019. Not heard of it? Ticket splitting means using an online fare finder, such as Trainsplit<\/a>\u00a0 or Ticketclever<\/a>, to \u2018split\u2019 up the tickets involved in your journey in order to cut the overall cost down. Basically, by booking multiple short trips, instead of one long trip, the combined cost of the short journeys somehow amounts to less. Don\u2019t fear, the fare finder does the math for you.<\/p>\n

Pocket An Up To Date 16-25 Rail Card<\/a><\/h2>\n

Aged 16 – 25? Make the most of it and purchase a Young Persons\u2019 Railcard before setting off on your next train outing (or turning 25!). It\u2019s \u00a327 for a yearly card, or \u00a370 for one which lasts three years. You\u2019ll instantly save a third on rail fares and off-peak Oyster travel. Keep your piece of plastic to hand, as ticket inspector\u2019s check all aboard, and an eye out for a new 26-30 Railcard which is currently being tested!<\/p>\n

Nab A Two Together Rail Card<\/a><\/h2>\n

Got a frequent partner in travel? Two named people travelling together aged 16 or over can bag the same savings as youngsters aged 16 – 25; a third off fares. This is an ideal way for couples or pairs of friends to travel for cheap on trains.<\/p>\n

Search for a \u00a31 Deal With Megatrain<\/a><\/h2>\n

Many have heard about (or had dealings with) Megabus and the cheap and cheerful joys of \u00a31 coach travel it\u2019s known for. Allow us to introduce you to the coach company\u2019s sister, Megatrain. This is an online seat booking service operated by East Midlands Trains. So, if you strike it lucky and find a \u00a31 ticket (plus 50p booking fee) on the Megatrain site, you’ll be riding the same service as passengers who booked elsewhere. Megatrain journeys to and from 7 spots between London, the East Midlands and South Yorkshire.<\/p>\n

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A Beady Eye Catches The Worm<\/h2>\n

Know when \/ where you\u2019re headed next? Sign up to receive an email alert from the Trainline<\/a>\u00a0as soon as tickets are released, and be the first in line to buy cheap advance tickets. The sooner you book, the more you save. This way to travel for cheap on trains is a no brainer, right?
\nNational Rail also provides a future travel chart<\/a>, displaying the furthest date in the future you can buy advance tickets. FYI: it\u2019s usually 12 weeks ahead of a journey.<\/p>\n

Book Off Peak, Off Peak<\/h2>\n

Off peak transit is a top way to travel for cheap on trains \u2013 and avoid being crammed aboard the busiest carriages on the tracks during dreaded commuting-hours!
\nAnother helping hand from The Trainline is their Price Predictor tool<\/a>, which tells you when cheap train tickets become available.<\/p>\n

Always Book A Return (If Returning)<\/h2>\n

We mentioned \u2018ticket splitting\u2019 at the start, but even this trendy trick doesn\u2019t beat the oldest in the book: a return is always cheaper than two singles.<\/p>\n

Do your research before you book your next train trip to travel for cheap on trains! Let us know how much you save in the comments!<\/p>\n

So what are you waiting for?! Are you ready to travel for cheap the next time you ride a train? Let us know in the comment section below!<\/h2>\n

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