{"id":5966,"date":"2025-08-11T07:55:26","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T07:55:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/blog\/?p=5966"},"modified":"2025-08-11T07:55:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T07:55:26","slug":"railways-offer-20-off-on-round-trip-ticket","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/blog\/railways-offer-20-off-on-round-trip-ticket\/","title":{"rendered":"Indian Railways Offers 20% Off on Round Trip Ticket"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If\u00a0you are planning train travel during the festive season, Indian Railways has brought some great news. They&#8217;ve rolled out an experimental\u00a0<strong data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"232\">\u201cRound Trip Ticket Package\u201d<\/strong> offering a 20% discount on the base fare of the return journey, only when both onward and round trip ticket are booked together, with matching passenger details, class, and origin-destination. This initiative aims to ease booking hassles, decongest stations, and make better use of trains, including special ones, during Diwali\u2013Chhath peak travel periods.<\/p>\n<p>Booking for this package\u00a0begins on August 14, 2025, for onward travel scheduled between\u00a0October 13 and October 26, 2025.<strong data-start=\"761\" data-end=\"796\">\u00a0<\/strong>Return journeys can be booked (via the \u201cconnecting journey\u201d option) for dates between\u00a0November 17 and December 1, 2025, and the normal 60-day advance reservation rules won\u2019t apply.\u00a0Importantly, the discounted tickets are<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>non-refundable, and cannot be modified, and no other offers, coupons or passes apply under this round trip ticket scheme.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"155\"><strong>The Purpose of the Round Trip Ticket Offer<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5964\" src=\"https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-Round-Trip.webp\" alt=\"Round Trip Ticket\" width=\"570\" height=\"255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-Round-Trip.webp 570w, https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-Round-Trip-300x134.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"759\">Indian Railways has launched the Round Trip Ticket Offer to make train travel smoother and more comfortable for passengers.\u00a0The goal is to manage<strong data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"426\">\u00a0c<\/strong>rowding better, make bookings easier, and improve use of train services, including special trains, in both directions. By allowing people to book both onward and return journeys together, the system helps reduce rush at stations during peak seasons. It also ensures more trains run with full occupancy, improving efficiency. This scheme is especially helpful during festive travel, when demand is high and getting confirmed seats can be challenging.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1291\"><strong>Booking this Round Trip Ticket package comes with several clear benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1728\">\n<li data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1392\">\n<p data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1392\"><strong data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1311\">Cost savings<\/strong>\u00a0of 20% on the return leg\u2014very helpful during festive travel when fares are high.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1469\">\n<p data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1469\"><strong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1419\">Streamlined bookings<\/strong>\u2014you lock in both legs in one go, easing planning.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1568\">\n<p data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1568\"><strong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1501\">Better crowd distribution<\/strong>, reducing rush at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/stations\">stations<\/a>\u00a0and ensuring smoother journeys for all.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1728\">\n<p data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1728\">Works across\u00a0<strong data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1610\">all classes and trains<\/strong>, including special (on-demand) services, except those under flexi-fare systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2512\"><strong>FAQs: Getting Food Online in Train During Festival Time via RailRecipe<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"3482\">\n<li data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2735\">\n<p data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2582\"><strong data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2580\">How can I Order Online\u00a0Food in Train\u00a0during festival times?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2735\">\n<li data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2735\">\n<p data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2735\"><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.railrecipe.railrecipe_final\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the RailRecipe app<\/a>\u00a0or dial\u00a08448440386\u00a0to place your order. Provide your train, coach, seat number, and preferred station for delivery.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2930\">\n<p data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2809\"><strong data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2807\">Can I schedule delivery to match my Round Trip Package journey?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2930\">\n<li data-start=\"2813\" data-end=\"2930\">\n<p data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2930\">Yes! Just let RailRecipe know your onward or return train and station stop\u2014your food will be delivered accordingly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"3098\">\n<p data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2978\"><strong data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2976\">Are special festival meals available?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2982\" data-end=\"3098\">\n<li data-start=\"2982\" data-end=\"3098\">\n<p data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"3098\">Definitely\u2014RailRecipe offers festive specials and local delicacies to make your train journey even more enjoyable during round trip ticket scheme.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3257\">\n<p data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3137\"><strong data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3135\">Can I pay online or in cash?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3257\">\n<li data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3257\">\n<p data-start=\"3143\" data-end=\"3257\">Both options are usually available\u2014pay securely via the app or opt for cash on delivery, whichever suits you best.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3482\">\n<p data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3327\"><strong data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3325\">What if my train is delayed? Will RailRecipe still deliver?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3482\">\n<li data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3482\">\n<p data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3482\">No worries\u2014just update your coach and seat info or call our toll-free number for any changes. We&#8217;ll ensure your food reaches you, even during delays.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Order Food in Train During Festival Via RailRecipe<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5965\" src=\"https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-Round-Trip.webp\" alt=\"Round Trip Ticket\" width=\"570\" height=\"255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-Round-Trip.webp 570w, https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-Round-Trip-300x134.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"2431\">When you are traveling during festival times,<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>food comfort matters. That\u2019s where RailRecipe comes in. Whether you are craving hot snacks, full meals, or special festive treats, you can Order Online Food in Train easily via RailRecipe. Simply download the RailRecipe app or call our toll-free number: 8448440386 to place your order. Your food is prepared freshly and delivered right to your seat, so the journey stays tasty and hassle-free, especially when you are already handling train bookings and travel planning. Enjoy the convenience and keep your travel mood festive and flavorful with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.railrecipe.com\/\">food in train<\/a> service via RailRecipe. Now, you can easily book online food in train and enjoy fresh, tasty meals delivered right to your seat. Just use a website or app, enter your train details, choose your favourite dishes, and place your order<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If\u00a0you are planning train travel during the festive season, Indian Railways has brought some great news. 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