Travel situations are common in everyday English conversations, especially at places like railway stations. Speaking confidently at a train ticket counter is an important real-life skill. You may need to ask about ticket prices, departure times, seat availability, or platform numbers. Knowing the right phrases can make your travel experience smoother and less stressful.
In this blog post, you will explore English conversations at a train ticket counter with simple and practical dialogue examples. You will learn useful expressions for booking tickets, asking questions, and responding politely. Whether you are preparing for travel, improving your spoken English, or teaching students real-life communication skills, these conversations will help you speak more confidently and naturally.
English Conversations at a Train Ticket Counter
Scene: A train station. A man named Ravi approaches the ticket counter to buy a ticket. The ticket officer, Mr. Sharma, is sitting behind the counter.
Ravi: Good morning, sir.
Ticket Officer: Good morning! How can I help you?
Ravi: I need a ticket to Delhi.
Ticket Officer: Sure. Which train do you want to take?
Ravi: I am not sure. Could you tell me the options?
Ticket Officer: There are several trains to Delhi. Do you want a fast train or a regular one?
Ravi: I want a fast train.
Ticket Officer: You can take the Shatabdi Express. It departs at 6:00 AM and reaches Delhi by 12:00 PM. Or you can take the Rajdhani Express, which leaves at 8:00 PM and arrives early in the morning.
Ravi: How long does the Shatabdi take?
Ticket Officer: It takes around six hours.
Ravi: That sounds good. How much is the ticket?
Ticket Officer: Do you want an AC or non-AC seat?
Ravi: AC, please.
Ticket Officer: The AC chair car ticket costs ₹1,200.
Ravi: Okay. I will take one ticket for the Shatabdi Express.
Ticket Officer: Sure. Do you want a window seat?
Ravi: Yes, please.
Ticket Officer: Let me check… Yes, there is a window seat available.
Ravi: Great! Here is the money.
Ticket Officer: Thank you. Here is your ticket.
Ravi: Thank you. Which platform will the train leave from?
Ticket Officer: The train will leave from Platform No. 3.
Ravi: And what time should I reach the platform?
Ticket Officer: Please be there at least 15 minutes before departure.
Ravi: Okay. Is there a luggage limit?
Ticket Officer: You can carry up to 40 kg in AC class.
Ravi: That’s fine. One more thing, is there food available on the train?
Ticket Officer: Yes, the ticket includes complimentary meals.
Ravi: That’s great. Thank you so much!
Ticket Officer: You’re welcome! Have a safe journey.
Ravi: Thanks. Goodbye!
Ticket Officer: Goodbye!
A Conversation at a Train Ticket Counter- 2
Scene 1: A train station. A man named Ravi approaches the ticket counter to buy a ticket. The ticket officer, Mr. Sharma, is sitting behind the counter.
Ravi: Good morning, sir.
Ticket Officer: Good morning! How can I help you?
Ravi: I need a ticket to Delhi.
Ticket Officer: Sure. Which train do you want to take?
Ravi: I am not sure. Could you tell me the options?
Ticket Officer: There are several trains to Delhi. Do you want a fast train or a regular one?
Ravi: I want a fast train.
Ticket Officer: You can take the Shatabdi Express. It departs at 6:00 AM and reaches Delhi by 12:00 PM. Or you can take the Rajdhani Express, which leaves at 8:00 PM and arrives early in the morning.
Ravi: How long does the Shatabdi take?
Ticket Officer: It takes around six hours.
Ravi: That sounds good. How much is the ticket?
Ticket Officer: Do you want an AC or non-AC seat?
Ravi: AC, please.
Ticket Officer: The AC chair car ticket costs ₹1,200.
Ravi: Okay. I will take one ticket for the Shatabdi Express.
Ticket Officer: Sure. Do you want a window seat?
Ravi: Yes, please.
Ticket Officer: Let me check… Yes, there is a window seat available.
Ravi: Great! Here is the money.
Ticket Officer: Thank you. Here is your ticket.
Ravi: Thank you. Which platform will the train leave from?
Ticket Officer: The train will leave from Platform No. 3.
Ravi: And what time should I reach the platform?
Ticket Officer: Please be there at least 15 minutes before departure.
Ravi: Okay. Is there a luggage limit?
Ticket Officer: You can carry up to 40 kg in AC class.
Ravi: That’s fine. One more thing, is there food available on the train?
Ticket Officer: Yes, the ticket includes complimentary meals.
Ravi: That’s great. Thank you so much!
Ticket Officer: You’re welcome! Have a safe journey.
Ravi: Thanks. Goodbye!
Ticket Officer: Goodbye!
Scene 2: Another customer, Meera, approaches the counter to book a ticket.
Meera: Hello, sir.
Ticket Officer: Hello! How can I help you?
Meera: I need a ticket to Mumbai for tomorrow.
Ticket Officer: Do you prefer a morning or night train?
Meera: A night train would be better.
Ticket Officer: The Mumbai Express departs at 9:00 PM and reaches Mumbai at 7:00 AM.
Meera: That sounds perfect. Are sleeper class tickets available?
Ticket Officer: Yes, we have both AC and non-AC sleeper options.
Meera: How much is the AC sleeper ticket?
Ticket Officer: It costs ₹1,800.
Meera: That’s fine. I will take one AC sleeper ticket.
Ticket Officer: Okay. Do you have any seat preferences?
Meera: A lower berth, if possible.
Ticket Officer: Let me check… Yes, a lower berth is available.
Meera: Great! Here is the payment.
Ticket Officer: Thank you. Here is your ticket.
Meera: Thank you. Which platform should I go to?
Ticket Officer: The train will depart from Platform No. 5.
Meera: Do I need to bring an ID proof?
Ticket Officer: Yes, please carry a government-issued ID.
Meera: Alright. Is bedding provided in AC sleeper class?
Ticket Officer: Yes, fresh bedding is provided.
Meera: That’s good to know. Thank you!
Ticket Officer: You’re welcome. Have a pleasant journey!
Meera: Thanks. Goodbye!
Ticket Officer: Goodbye!
Key Phrases Used at a Train Ticket Counter
🔹 Greeting & Asking for Help
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Good morning / Hello, sir
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How can I help you?
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I need a ticket to Delhi / Mumbai
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Could you tell me the options?
🔹 Asking About Trains
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Which train do you want to take?
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Do you want a fast train or a regular one?
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How long does the journey take?
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What time does the train depart?
🔹 Ticket & Seat Details
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How much is the ticket?
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Do you want AC or non-AC?
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I will take one ticket, please
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Do you want a window seat / lower berth?
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Is a seat available?
🔹 Payment & Confirmation
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Here is the money / payment
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Thank you. Here is your ticket
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That sounds good
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That’s fine with me
🔹 Platform & Timing
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Which platform will the train leave from?
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What time should I reach the platform?
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Please be there 15 minutes early
🔹 Luggage, Food & Facilities
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Is there a luggage limit?
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Is food available on the train?
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Does the ticket include meals?
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Is bedding provided in sleeper class?
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Do I need to bring an ID proof?
🔹 Ending the Conversation
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Thank you so much
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You’re welcome
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Have a safe / pleasant journey
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Goodbye
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