Platform ticket

Platform ticket

A platform ticket(月台票,站台票) is a rail ticket classification, which allows entry to a paid area majority platforms in a railway station in some operating systems. It allows people to send off their friends and loved ones all the way to the passenger car in contrast to airports. Railfans can also purchase platform tickets and enjoy their trainspotting hobbies. They vary in type, some may only allow limited access and and a sharply limited time of usage, while others may have totally free access to enter the platform area. During peak usage hours or rush hours, the area will only be available for passengers who are going to ride.


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