Tfl Rail: Tickets, Timetables and Facilities

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About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area

Tfl Rail FAQs

Everything you need to know to travel with Tfl Rail: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more

FAQs
Tfl Rail operates routes between London and several destinations, including Reading, Heathrow Airport, and Shenfield.
Tfl Rail provides step-free access at most stations, offers wheelchair spaces on trains, and priority seating to ensure accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility.
You can cancel your train with TfL Rail by requesting a refund through the TfL website or contacting their customer service.
For Tfl Rail, you do not need a formal check-in process; simply tap in with a contactless payment card or a ticket at the station barriers.
If you miss your connection due to a delay, Tfl Rail offers compensation for such inconveniences.
Tfl Rail typically processes refunds or compensation within 10 working days if the ticket is unused and claimed within 28 days of purchase.
You have up to 28 days from purchase to submit a compensation request with TfL Rail, provided the ticket is unused, and refunds are typically processed within 10 working days.
If your train with Tfl Rail is delayed, you may be eligible for compensation for the delay.
Tfl Rail provides compensation of 50% of the single fare for delays over 30 minutes.
For a train delay with TfL Rail between 60-119 minutes, the compensation is 25% of the single fare for delays over 15 minutes.
Tfl Rail services typically depart from key stations such as London Paddington and London Liverpool Street.
For Tfl Rail services, it is generally recommended to arrive at the station at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure to allow time for any necessary boarding procedures. Train tickets can be purchased through https://www.omio.com.
For Tfl Rail services, it is generally recommended to arrive at the station at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure to allow time for any necessary boarding procedures. Train tickets can be purchased through https://www.omio.com.
On Tfl Rail trains, there are dedicated luggage storage areas in the carriages, and a standard luggage allowance is included with your ticket.
Tfl Rail does not operate overnight trains, as night journeys are not available.
You do not need to bring your passport when traveling with Tfl Rail, as it operates within the UK and does not require additional identification for domestic travel.
Small pets can travel for free on Tfl Rail trains. Dogs must be leashed, and guide dogs are welcome.
If your train is canceled with Tfl Rail, you are eligible for a full refund as per their policy for service cancellations.
Tfl Rail offers refunds on tickets that are purchased but not used, including those in cases of service cancellations or delays. Refund policies can vary, so it's important to check the specific terms and conditions for each ticket type.
Tfl Rail trains do not have plug sockets; however, they are equipped with USB plugs for passengers to charge their devices.
Buying subway tickets onboard is not available on Tfl Rail trains.
Tfl Rail does not provide compensation for delays caused by weather or strikes.
WiFi is available onboard Tfl Rail trains.
Tfl Rail offers quiet zones for passengers seeking a peaceful journey.

station information and services

Most popular Tfl Rail train stations

Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
Dining
Dining
  • The Moon and Spoon
  • The Red Lion
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
  • Moxy Slough
  • Travelodge Slough
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 36 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Slough
  • Train: Great Western Railway services
  • Bus: Several local bus services available
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Reading
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Yes
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 4
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Maidenhead
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt

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