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redRail is one of the most trusted platforms to book IRCTC train tickets online in India. Complete your IRCTC train ticket booking in just a few clicks on the redRail app or website using your IRCTC credentials.
Get a confirm train ticket even on waitlisted trains or a 3X refund with redRail’s ‘Alternate Trip’. Enjoy a full refund with zero cancellation charges with ‘Free Cancellation’ on your tickets.
Book an online train ticket with redRail in a few simple steps:
Enter your source, destination, journey date, and click on ‘Search trains’ to view available options.
Book an online train ticket with redRail in a few simple steps:
Enter your source, destination, journey date, and click on ‘Search trains’ to view available options.
Choose a travel class, review train times, seat availability, and fares, and pick the train that fits your plan.
Next, sign in using your IRCTC user ID and add passenger details.
Choose from multiple secure payment options available on redRail, and complete the payment.
Enter your IRCTC password to confirm. Your ticket will be booked instantly, and the e-ticket will be sent to your registered email ID and mobile number.
Here’s why redRail is the right platform for online railway ticket booking:
Free Cancellation with 100% refund
With redrail’s Free Cancellation, cancel your booking without paying IRCTC cancellation charges and get a full ticket fare refund with zero penalty.
Alternate Trip Assurance
Choose the “Alternate Trip” option while booking and get a 3X refund on fully waitlisted tickets to book another train or bus on redBus.
Seat Availability
Check train seat availability instantly and complete your Indian railway ticket booking by choosing your travel date and preferred train departure time.
PNR Status
Know the PNR status of your train ticket and get timely updates about train names & numbers, boarding dates, and departure times.
Live Train Status Tracking
Check the current train running status, estimated arrival and departure times, expected delays, and the platform number instantly with redRail.
Connecting Trains
In case direct trains are waitlisted, find available seats on connecting trains to the same destination.
Easy IRCTC Login
Login to redRail with your existing IRCTC ID and password hassle-free. Additionally, check Aadhaar link to IRCTC ID instantly with redRail to book your Tatkal tickets.
IRCTC (Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation), a subsidiary of Indian Railways, is the official platform for online train ticket booking in India. It allows passengers to book tickets, check seat availability, and access a range of railway-related services, including catering, tourism, and other amenities across the railway network.
An IRCTC account is necessary for online train booking and Tatkal train ticket booking. Registration is free and requires a valid mobile number and email ID.
redBus has partnered with IRCTC to enable train ticket booking through redRail, providing a simple and reliable way to book IRCTC train tickets online.
Passengers must carry at least one valid photo identity card during their train journey, as it needs to be presented to the Ticket Examiner (TT) on board. Accepted ID proofs include:
Indian Railways provides multiple types of train tickets, including Tatkal, General, Ladies Quota, and more, to suit different passenger needs. Here are a few IRCTC ticket booking types:
IRCTC General Booking
Book IRCTC train tickets on redRail after checking seat availability. IRCTC railway booking for general and non-Tatkal train tickets is available from 12:20 AM to 11:45 PM every day, including Sundays. Check the status of your train tickets with redRail and get 3X on waitlisted tickets.
IRCTC Tatkal Booking
IRCTC Tatkal ticket booking opens exactly 24 hours before departure – 10:00 AM for AC classes and 11:00 AM for non-AC classes – and the tickets are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Tatkal tickets cost more and are non-refundable.
IRCTC Ladies Quota
The ladies' quota is reserved for women travelling alone or with kids under 3 years old. This concession is allowed only on six berths on a train.
IRCTC Full Tariff Rate (FTR)
Planning a large trip, tour, or event? With FTR, you can book an entire coach or train just for your group. You can reserve anywhere between 30 days and 6 months in advance, with a refundable security deposit of ₹50,000 per coach. Booking a special train requires at least 18 coaches.
Senior Citizen Quota
Senior citizens get reserved seats (even during peak season), preference for lower berths, dedicated assistance at stations and online, and access to special amenities like wheelchairs and dedicated waiting areas on select trains.
Book your train ticket online in just a few minutes on the redRail app or website.
Enter your source, destination, and travel date to search for available trains.
Review seat availability and choose your preferred train, class, and journey option.
Log in using your IRCTC user ID, then enter passenger details and complete the payment.
Confirm your booking with your IRCTC password, and you'll receive the ticket via email and SMS on your registered mobile number.
Yes. When you opt for Free Cancellation, you will receive a full refund if cancelled within the eligible time. Charges such as Agent Fee, IRCTC Convenience Fee, Payment Gateway Charges, and Free Cancellation fee are non-refundable.
No, you cannot cancel train tickets after the departure date. According to IRCTC's online railway ticket booking rules, you will not receive a refund if you cancel the tickets after chart preparation.
You will receive your refund within 5 to 7 days of IRCTC booking cancellation. You will receive notifications about your refund status via email, or you can track it on the redRail app or website.