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National Rail

National Rail

by Train Information Services Limited

52 ratings
467 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 1, 2012
  • April 28, 2026

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Train Information Services Limited
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About

Plan train journeys, check live times, and purchase tickets for the British rail network. Receive real-time updates on delays and disruptions to travel with confidence.

✓Live train times
✓Route planning
✓Ticket purchasing
✓Real-time updates
✓Delay notifications
✓Save favorite stations
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of National Rail. Based on 52 reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 3 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Travel app.

Positive things

  • 👍Helpful for planning journeys
  • 🚀Provides live train status updates
  • 🚀Useful for commuters and frequent travelers

Negative things

  • 🐛Unreliable and buggy
  • 🔍Difficult to use and navigate
  • 🔍Lacks key functionality compared to previous version
  • 🔍Cluttered and visually unappealing interface
  • 💰Paid version required to remove ads
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What's New in National Rail

10.4.0

April 28, 2026

Bug fixes and enhancements

1

In-App Purchases

$4.99

Ad-free version

Removes adverts from the National Rail Enquiries app.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Useless

This should be a definitive source of information for train arrivals. However, when you want to check whether a train has arrived, it tries to sell you ticket to go back.

This is yet another example of a broken railway system.
PreviewedPreviewed

Good

Very good app
Generals favesGenerals faves

Downgraded from a dedicated app to a website

Very disappointing - I understand from a development perspective why this was done, but the app used to be an app. Now it’s just the website being loaded which is clunkier to use.
Richard Ian BirchRichard Ian Birch

Horrendous

The new interface is awful, navigation and interaction of the app is terrible in the new version.
PlatermaterPlatermater

Actively putting people off

I want to book a return leaving at 0800 in the morning and returning at 1800
THIS ISN’T OVERLAPPING 😱😱😱😱
SchminkypinkySchminkypinky
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Developer apps

NationalRailEnquiries for iPad
NationalRailEnquiries for iPad

by Train Information Services Limited

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(2)

Free
With Ads
Railcard
Railcard

Save 1/3 on train tickets

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(6K)

Free
NationalRail Smartcard Manager
NationalRail Smartcard Manager

by Train Information Services Limited

✈️ Travel

(1)

Free
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

App frequently crashes or freezes

Bug

Inaccurate train times and journey information

Bug

Ticket booking functionality not working properly

Bug

Compatibility issues with newer iPhone models

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to save favorite stations and journeys

Feature

Option to view earlier/past train departures

Feature

More granular search options (e.g. search by minute, not just 15-minute intervals)

Feature

Improved live train tracking and disruption notifications

Feature

FAQ

What does the National Rail app do?

The app simplifies train journeys across the British rail network. It allows users to get live train times, plan routes, buy tickets, and receive real-time updates on delays and disruptions.

Can I buy tickets through the app?

Yes, you can buy tickets directly within the app. It also allows you to access Railcard discounts and find the best value Season Tickets.

How does the app help with journey planning?

The intelligent route planner helps you find the fastest connections and compare train times. You can also view live departure boards for any station and save your favorite stations and journeys for quicker access.

What kind of real-time updates does the app provide?

The app provides real-time updates on delays, platform changes, and disruptions. You can receive notifications via email, SMS, or WhatsApp to stay informed about anything that might impact your journey.

Is the National Rail app free to use?

The app itself is free to download and use for planning and checking train times. However, it does offer in-app purchases for buying tickets and may display advertisements.