National Rail

National Rail

by National Rail

71 ratings
477 reviews
Free
In-App PurchasesWith Ads

Details

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

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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'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

Bad

Never loads when u need it to

Difficult to travel via

I tried to plan a journey from Kemble to York via Paddington so I could be joined by a friend in London. I clicked on buy tickets and was sent to GWR but all they gave me was a ticket from Kemble to Paddington. I changed the TOC to LNER and all they gave me was Kings Cross to York. I changed my journey in the LNER planner and they gave me tickets via Cheltenham Spa. I requested via Paddington and it stated no tickets available. I used RTT tickets instead which gave me more options and split tickets. If they can do it why can’t National Rail? I won’t bother with National Rail again.
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How to ruin an app

I’ve had this app for years and it’s always been great. With the latest update you’ve managed to completely ruin it. Takes ages to open and run any searches. More interested in selling tickets and runnings ads than providing the useful train running info it’s provided for many, many years. Thanks!!
Update: well done on managing to make it even worse by adding adverts that pop up when you’re searching for trains. I didn’t think it was possible to make the app worse but you managed it.
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A survey at every search

Why have your developers implemented a questionnaire that will pop up EVERY time that I run a search?

Very poor

It takes an age to load and when it does is glitchy. The layout seems to change at random. Have missed trains because it’s so bad. Also when you ‘select’ a train you can’t unselect but have to start from the beginning. So poor.

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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

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.