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Train York to Stirling

Posted by (Denver, CO) on

I've already purchased my train ticket from York to Stirling, with a change in Edinburgh traveling on October 12.

My plans have changed, and I am no longer going to York. Now, I will be traveling from Edinburgh to Stirling on the 12th instead. My question is, can I still use the ticket I've already bought?

Here are the specifics of my ticket:

9:54 York, arrive Edinburgh Waverly 12:21 on LNER

12:33 Edinburgh Waverly to Stirling on ScotRail

I'm thinking I can still use the second portion of my ticket, but not sure if train tickets are similar to airline tickets where if you miss a portion of the trip, the entire ticket could be cancelled.

I could buy a new ticket from Edinburgh to Stirling, they are only about 10 pounds, so it's not breaking the bank, but just thought I'd use my current ticket if possible. I don't want to risk any kind of fine though, so maybe it's best just to buy a new ticket. What are your thoughts?

Posted by
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If you are traveling on the same day you can use the ticket. When during the day depends on the type of ticket you have.

If it is an advanced ticket you can only use it on the 12:33 train. If it is an anytime ticket, you can use it anytime that day.

Scotrail doesn't care if you skip the LNER train.

Posted by
736 posts

Thank you, Frank! Just what I needed to know. It is an advance ticket, so I will need to take the 12:33 train.

Posted by
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In the UK, any train company can sell another company's tickets. But they are not linked.

Posted by
32809 posts

In addition to what was said just above, have a look at https://www.lner.co.uk/customer-service/refunds/ because if the cause is you changed your mind you can't get a refund on the LNER part, BUT you CAN get a voucher valid for 12 months as long as the ticket was bought before the end of September. Have a look....

Posted by
736 posts

Nigel - great information! I will look into this. Yes, it was just a change of plans so I won't be able to get a refund, but I still have several other reservations to make so a voucher would be great. Thank you!

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