WHAT TO SAY 11 Article by Claire Cullen © Jack Cousin/Shutterstock Taking the train Taking a train is a great way to travel. You can sit back, relax and watch the countryside go by. But first, you need to know what to say when booking tickets, finding the...
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WHAT TO SAY 11 Article by Claire Cullen © Jack Cousin/Shutterstock Taking the train Taking a train is a great way to travel. You can sit back, relax and watch the countryside go by. But first, you need to know what to say when booking tickets, finding the platform, and getting on board. Here are some useful phrases to help you on your journey. At the ticket office On the train I’d like a return ticket to Manchester please. Is this seat taken? How much is a single to Oxford? Could you help me with my luggage, please? Can I get a student discount? Is there a buffet service on board? What time is the next train to London? Where do I need to change trains? Which platform does it leave from? What time do we arrive? At the station Ticket inspection Excuse me, where’s platform 3 please? This is an off-peak ticket and it is peak hour. Does this train stop at Cambridge? You need to pay a fine. Where is the quiet carriage please? There was no ticket machine at the station. Can I buy a Is there a
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