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Compensation For Delayed Trains

Did you know that in the UK, you have the right to a full or partial refund,  if your train has been delayed for more than 30 minutes ?  Yes, that's right and some train companies are even more generous by allowing a delay of at least 15 minutes, for a passenger to claim a refund. Which train companies offer compensation for delay? Most train companies in the UK now offer compensation under the national Delay Repay scheme, which is great because under this scheme, compensation is paid out regardless of the cause of the delay and the delay only needs to be as little as 15-30 minutes.  You can find out whether your train company uses the Delay Repay Scheme by checking their website. If the train company does not use the scheme, you will need to check the train company's policies regarding compensation for delayed trains and what they offer. Which tickets can be refunded? You can make a claim for a refund if you are travelling on a return or single journey ticket or