How to book train tickets in India and how far ahead should you reserve?

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TL;DR

Booking Indian trains online can be complicated, so hotel staff or local travel shops can often arrange tickets for you. One recent traveler found next-day availability in Khajuraho, Jaipur and Amritsar.

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Booking an Indian train ticket online can be difficult because of the reservation process. If the website is challenging, ask your hotel or a reputable local ticket shop for help.

In Khajuraho and Jaipur, hotel staff may be able to arrange train tickets for guests, book through their phone and send the e-ticket via WhatsApp.

Khajuraho and Jaipur

In Amritsar, a local shop near the Golden Temple was able to arrange a ticket. Next-day seats were available in this case, but it is still wise to check popular routes as early as possible.

shop near the Golden Temple, Amritsar