Argentine Trains reported that the sale of tickets for long distance trainsfor users who wish to travel during the month of April, especially for Easter days.
In this way, tickets can be purchased for rail services in the main stations of Retiro, Constitución, Once and in the intermediate stations. The tickets of long distance trains They can also be obtained through the Trenes Argentinos website with a 10% discount.
The long distance trains offer services to and from the City of Buenos Aires with Mar del Plata, Bahía Blanca, Rosario, Córdoba, Tucumán, Bragado, Pehuajó, Junín and Justo Daract.
The rail service has established itself as one of the main means of transportation to travel to these destinations, since the tickets are much cheaper than those of the bus, since its price is up to five times lower.
This also leads to them running out quickly, which is why Trenes Argentinos recommends buying them in advance, as the demand is increasing, especially during seasons such as Easter.
It should be remembered that since last year it is mandatory to confirm the reservation of the trip with a maximum of 72 hours in advance.. If the passenger does not perform this step, they will not be allowed to board the train.
Source: Argentine Trains.
The measure was implemented so that if a passenger decides not to make the trip or cannot do so, that place is put up for sale again, so that it does not become free. In this sense, the passenger who does not make his trip on the date of initial purchase, can initiate the process to return the money or change the date.
How much are the tickets and where are they purchased?
The tickets of the rail service They are available at the head stations of Retiro, Constitución, Once and at intermediate stations; also through the Trenes Argentinos website. Tickets purchased online have a 10% discount.
The value of the ticket varies depending on the destination, and ranges between $2,000 and $11,000. Some groups, such as retirees, have a 40% discount on the cost of the ticket, while people with a single certificate of disability (CUD) can travel free of charge.
