Travelling. Language for train travel.

The words and phrases in the box are connected with different forms of travel. Put them in the correct column of the table.

Read and try to remember these words. You can meet them in the dialogue

fare - тариф

valid - дійсний

reserve a seat - резервувати місце

fee - оплата

coach - пассажирский вагон

aisle - прохід

break the journey -перерви в поїздці

outward journey - пряма поїздка

destination - місце призначення

buffet car - вагон-буфет

trolley service - сервісний возик

Reading. Patrick wants to buy a ticket at the station. Read the conversation – how much does his ticket cost?

Ticket assistant: Can I help you?

Patrick: Hello, yes – I’d like a ticket to Edinburgh for tomorrow morning, please.

Ticket assistant: OK – what time did you want to leave?

Patrick: Well, I’m going up there with a friend who already has an advance ticket – I think he’s booked the 09:38?

Ticket assistant: [Checking computer screen] Yes, that’s correct – arriving at Edinburgh Waverley at 11:32.

Patrick: Great, yes, that’s the one.

Ticket assistant: Since that’s after 9 o’clock, you can get an off-peak fare.

Patrick: Oh, good.

Ticket assistant: Are you returning the same day? An off-peak day return is £14.40.

Patrick: Ah no, I’m not planning to come back until the weekend, but I’m not sure which day.

Ticket assistant: Right, so you’ll need an open ticket then.

Patrick: OK – and how long is that valid?

Ticket assistant: For up to a month.

Patrick: Oh, that’s fine then – I’m definitely coming back by Sunday evening. So how much for a return ticket?

Ticket assistant: Actually, your cheapest option is to buy two single tickets. An off-peak single for tomorrow at £9.80, and an anytime single for the return journey at £17.00. That’s £26.80.

Patrick: Right, thank you. I’ll go for that then.

Ticket assistant: Would you like to reserve a seat on the train tomorrow morning?

Patrick: Oh, yes, maybe that’s a good idea.

Ticket assistant: There’s a reservation fee of £1, is that ok?

Patrick: Yes, that’s fine, thanks. Would it be possible to have a table seat?

Ticket assistant: Let me see … [checking screen again] … yes, I can get you one in coach D. Do you prefer aisle or window?

Patrick: Aisle, please. And ah, yes, I forgot to ask – is it possible to break the journey with that ticket?

Ticket assistant: Not the outward journey, but you can when you return, as long as you reach your final destination the same day.

Patrick: Oh, great. And can I just ask – is there a buffet car?

Ticket assistant: Not on that train, I’m afraid, but there is a trolley service.

Patrick: Brilliant, thanks for your help.

There are different ticket types. Learn them:

off-peak ticket - квиток у непіковий час

advance ticket - завчасний квиток (квиток, куплений заздалегідь)

day return ticket - зворотній квиток (квиток туди і назад протягом дня)

single ticket - єдиний квиток

open ticket - квиток з відкритою датою

Match the ticket types to the descriptions a–e.

Complete the definitions with words and phrases in bold from the conversation. There are two words/phrases you don’t need.

destination valid fare reserve a seat aisle break the journey

coach outward buffet car

Choose the correct options to complete the advertisement for Anytime tickets.

Answer the following questions:

• How do you prefer to travel long distances? Why?

• Is the train better than the plane? Why/Why not?