On Board Train Information | Information for Train Journeys

Travelling with bulky luggage

Advice on luggage restrictions and how to make your journey simpler if you’re bringing large or heavy luggage.

Taking luggage on our trains

Bringing a bike

We welcome bicycles on board our trains where space permits, but there are some restrictions on times and type of bicycle.

Learn about bringing your bike on board

Penalty fares

Fare dodging isn’t fair. Always buy a ticket before you travel to avoid paying a penalty fare.

More about penalty fares

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Wi-Fi on board

We have free on train Wi-Fi available on some of our trains – you’ll know if you’re on one as you’ll see a blue Wi-Fi logo on the door as you board.

Find out how to connect

Travelling with pets

If you're looking to take a small animal with you on your train journey, we'd love to have them on board. Please take a look at the advice for bringing pets with you.

Find out more

Read the fine print

National Rail Conditions of Travel

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