Platform ticket

<p>A platform ticket is a type of rail <a href="/facts/Ticket_(admission)/HFh59JEd">ticket</a> issued by some <a href="/facts/Rail_transport/9nJQbsDV">rail transport</a> systems, allowing the user to access the <a href="/facts/Railway_platform/vdMzCmJ3">railway platforms</a> of a <a href="/facts/Train_station/9nTmC6vf">train station</a>, but not to board and travel on any train services. It allows non-travellers to enter the <a href="/facts/Paid_area/5mzdTcX5">paid area</a> of the station, for example to walk with their friends, associates and loved ones all the way to the passenger car at stations where the general public is not allowed on platforms. <a href="/facts/Railfan/eNyoWuCc">Trainspotters</a> can also purchase platform tickets to enjoy their trainspotting hobbies. They vary in type: some may only allow limited access 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 platforms may only be available for passengers who intend to travel.
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Platform ticket