Train Ticket Icon Meanings Explained

Navigating through train ticket options on TrainSplit?

Here’s your guide to understanding the icons you’ll see during the booking process.

Limited Availability Icon

This icon means there are very few tickets left at the price shown. Hover or tap to find out exactly how many.

Book quicklyto avoid a fare increase.

Split Tickets Icon

Our secret weapon. This icon tells you the fare is cheaper if you split the journey. We do the work, you get the savings.

Savings shown when you hover.

Slower and Overtaken Icon

A snail icon means the journey might be slower or overtaken by a faster one. May not be ideal unless you're prioritising cost over speed.

Use with caution if you're tight on time.

Paper Ticket Only Icon

You'll need to print this ticket or collect it at a station. No e-ticketing available for this journey.>

Requires 8-digit reference and physical card to collect.

E-ticket Icon

We're able to offer this ticket on your phone for ease of access, and no worrying about having to collect it before travel.

Seat Reservation Icon

Indicates if seat reservations are included or optional for the journey. Click for more details on where and when seats are reserved.

Information Icon

Tap this to get additional info about the fare, journey, ticket conditions, or any quirks that might affect your trip.

Sale Fare Icon

Active during official rail sales, this icon means you're getting a discounted sale fare. These are limited and go fast.

Combine with a split fare for maximum savings.