How many days in advance should I buy train tickets? The latest ticket purchasing guide in 2024
As the Spring Festival, National Day and other holidays approach, the time to buy train tickets has become the focus of public attention. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out the latest train ticket pre-sale rules and ticket purchasing tips to help you plan your trip efficiently.
1. The latest regulations for the 2024 train ticket pre-sale period
According to the official announcement of China Railway 12306, the current train ticket pre-sale period is divided into the following two categories:
| Ticket type | Pre-sale days | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary trains (including high-speed trains and high-speed trains) | 15 days | Including the day of ticket purchase |
| Temporary additional trains during Spring Festival/holidays | 20-30 days | Please pay attention to the Railway Administration announcement |
2. Ranking of difficulty in purchasing tickets for popular routes (data in the past 10 days)
Combining the popularity of discussions on social platforms and the data of 12,306 remaining tickets, the competition for ticket purchases for the following lines has been fierce recently:
| Ranking | line | Popular times | Recommended number of days to purchase tickets in advance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beijing-Shanghai | Friday night to Sunday | Grab tickets on the first day of pre-sale |
| 2 | Guangzhou-Shenzhen | Morning and evening peak hours on weekdays | at least 10 days |
| 3 | Chengdu-Chongqing | All day on holidays | 12-15 days |
3. 5 tips to improve the success rate of ticket purchase
1.Purchase tickets at card points: Sales will start at 8 a.m. on the first day of the pre-sale period. Use 12306 APP to log in in advance and complete identity verification.
2.Waiting order: A single order can add 10 waiting requests, and the system’s automatic cashing success rate exceeds 80%.
3.Purchase tickets at off-peak hours: Avoid peak periods such as 10 a.m. and 9 p.m., and choose to operate at noon or early morning.
4.Range ticket strategy: Purchase a full ticket and get on and off at the midway station (subject to compliance with bus regulations).
5.Follow the temporary addition: The railway department often adds night high-speed trains before and after holidays. You can pay attention to the "China Railway" official account for push.
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the pre-sale period for student tickets different?
A: The pre-sale period for student tickets is the same as that of ordinary tickets, but qualification verification needs to be completed before riding the bus for the first time each school year.
Q: How long does it take to re-purchase a ticket after refunding it?
A: After the ticket is refunded, the seat will be returned to the system in real time and can be repurchased immediately. However, cancellation of orders more than three times a day will trigger restrictions.
5. 2024 Holiday Ticket Purchase Calendar
| holidays | Date | Recommended time to purchase tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Qingming Festival | April 4-6 | From 8:00 on March 20 |
| labor day | May 1-5 | From 8:00 on April 16 |
| Dragon Boat Festival | June 8-10 | From 8:00 on May 24th |
Summary:The purchase of train tickets needs to be planned in advance based on pre-sale rules and line popularity. Making good use of the waitlist function can greatly increase the success rate. It is recommended to bookmark the key time points in the table of this article and set ticket purchase reminders to ensure a smooth trip.
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