Complete UK Rail & Tube Travel Toolkit
Get real-time train information, plan your journey, and track trains across the National Rail and London Underground networks. Simple, fast, and reliable.
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TfL Status
National Rail Status
Favourite Stations
Pinned Services
Tools & Resources
Live Departures
Real-time departures and disruption info from any UK rail station
Journey Planner
Find the best way of getting to A to B with our no-nonsense journey planner
Train Operator Status
Live status & statistics for each UK train operator
Current Incidents
Incidents currently affecting train services across the UK
Tube Status & Tools
Live status, station arrivals, and more for TfL's network
Notifications (coming soon)
Free real-time status updates delivered to your iOS or Android device
Tube Fare Calculator
Find the cost of a single Tube journey, and cheaper alternatives
Caps & Travelcard Prices
Find the caps and price of travelcards by selecting two fare zones
Guides (coming soon)
Handy guides to make the most of what the railway network has to offer.
Knowledge Hub
Our wiki containing information about UK public transport
Popular Stations
Quickly find live departure information for major UK stations.
Become a Rail Expert
Unlock Your Travel Savvy
Our guides are packed with tips and tricks to help you save money and travel smarter.
A Guide to UK Railcards
Save up to 1/3 on your train travel with the right railcard.
Tips for navigating London
A short beginner's guide on getting around the capital
Wonderful walks through London parks
Discover short, relaxing walks through parks in central London
Features
Everything you need for your train journey
We provide a comprehensive set of tools to make your travel as smooth as possible, all for free.
Live Departures & Arrivals
Get real-time boards for any National Rail or Tube station, including platforms, delays, and cancellations.
UK-Wide Journey Planner
Plan your route from A to B across the entire UK rail network, with detailed information for both train and tube travel.
Live Train Tracking
Follow your National Rail train on a map in real-time and see its exact location and estimated arrival times at stations.
Service Disruption Alerts
Stay informed about disruptions, engineering works, and the live status of all National Rail operators and Transport for London lines.
London Fare Tools
Easily calculate the cost of any journey on TfL services and find the price of daily caps and travelcards across all zones.
Expert Guides
Our simple guides demystify the UK rail network. Learn insider tips on saving money, finding the best routes, and travelling with confidence.
Smarter Data, Smarter Travel
Powered by advanced, real-time analytics
We start with live data from National Rail Enquiries and TfL Open Data. Then, our proprietary algorithms apply advanced calculations to provide exclusive insights, such as platform wait times and precise journey delay forecasts, giving you a clearer, more detailed picture of your journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
All the answers we can give without a lawyer present.
Where does your data come from?
Our live train and tube data is sourced directly from National Rail Enquiries and Transport for London, ensuring you get the most accurate and up-to-the-second information available.
Is trainslive.uk free to use?
Yes, all the features on our website, including the journey planner, live departure boards, and train tracking, are completely free to use.
Do you cover all train services in the UK?
We cover all National Rail services across Great Britain and the entire London Underground & Overground network. Whether you're travelling from Penzance to Thurso, or across London, we've got you covered.
Can I buy tickets on trainslive.uk?
We don't sell tickets directly, but our journey planner will help you find the best route and times before you book elsewhere. To avoid booking fees, we recommend you book with your train company directly.
How does live train tracking work?
Our live tracking uses data provided by line-side equipment. We also run the data through our algorithms to predict its location and estimated arrival times.
Do I need to create an account?
No account is needed! You can access all of our tools and features without signing up, however you can create an account to customise your experience.
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