Thanks! And presumably similar will apply to me if I end up traveling on a split ticket, with a connection to make between the first ticket and the second? I'll be able to get a later train, despite having an advance single, if I miss my connection due to the late arrival of the first train?
Absolutely entitled to, yes
However, to reduce the possibility of arguments I would always suggest booking it as a through journey if possible. If you book it through us, we will back you up in the event of a dispute.
Disputes are most likely to occur in the event of one of the trains being pre-cancelled (deleted from the timetable) or retimed. Evidence of the through itinerary should be obtained and documented at the time of booking.
Another reason to book it as a through journey is that if you change your mind, only one admin fee applies for the whole booking (if booked through us). Some retailers charge on the basis of per ticket. Booking each leg through a separate retailer can cause all sorts of problems if disruption occurs on one leg and not the other and you choose not to travel.
If your arrival time is important to you, or if having booked seats is important to you, the. You may wish to specify additional interchange time, to reduce the chance of missing the connection. If you are travelling in first, then depending on the itinerary, you may be able to spend some time in the lounge if all goes to plan.
Booking it as a through itinerary doesn't enhance your contractual rights but it can massively reduce the potential for hassle, when things don't go quite to plan.
Most rail staff wont quibble but sadly there is a minority that give people grief over split tickets.
