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Buying a train ticket to Brighton

Ravi buys a return ticket at a station and finds a cheaper train after half past nine; students listen for prices, times and platforms and role-play buying a ticket.

A1Adults30 minDialogue

About this lesson

An A1 listening lesson (dialogue). Dialogues and stories to listen to, with transcripts, speed control and ready-made questions.

Level
A1
Skill
Listening
Type
Dialogue
Students
Adults
Time
About 30 minutes
Topic
Transport
Activities
Key words, Speaking / writing task, Listening (read aloud), Gap-fill, Multiple choice, True / False
Key words
single, return, railcard, platform, cheap, leave
Access
Premium

By the end, students can

  • Understand prices, times and platforms in a ticket office conversation
  • Buy a ticket: A return to ..., please. What time is the next train?