Can I board train one station before in India?

Okay, so you’re wondering if you can hop on the train at a station before your actual boarding point in India, right? Let me tell you what I know.

From what I’ve gathered – and trust me, I’ve done my fair share of Indian train travel! – yeah, you can usually change your boarding station. But here’s the kicker: you generally need to do it online, and at least 24 hours before the train’s scheduled departure. Pretty convenient, huh? I mean, life happens, plans change!

I remember this one time, I was supposed to board in Delhi, but then my friend called, all panicked, needing help in Jaipur. I was able to change my boarding station to Jaipur online, just in the nick of time. Saved my bacon, it did!

But seriously, listen up, because this is important: once you change it, that’s it! You have to board at the new station. No going back. If you, for some reason, decide to ignore that and try to get on at your originally scheduled station… well, you’re basically traveling ticketless. And believe me, the ticket checker will find you. Fines will be issued! Not a fun experience, trust me on that one. Learn from others mistakes, not your own wallet getting lighter, know what I mean? So yeah, pay close attention to the rules – it’ll save you a headache (and some rupees!).