Is drinking on a train illegal UK?

It's an offence to be drunk on a train in the UK – you could be given a Penalty Notice for Disorder (PND) and fined. You can also be refused permission to travel if you're drunk. There are rail services in the UK (often longer distance routes) where buying or drinking alcohol are allowed.



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There are rail services in the UK (often longer distance routes) where buying or drinking alcohol are allowed. However, operators can decide to run 'dry' trains where you can't consume or carry alcohol on board - for example trains going to football matches or other sporting events.

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While you can bring your own food and drink (alcohol included) onto most trains, many offer some type of food and beverage either for purchase or included in your ticket price. For example, UK's LNER trains serve sandwiches, snacks, coffee, juice, and more.

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Yes, you can bring food & drink and eat it on the train. Just be polite about it. No, they don't sell it on the train. There is no longer a bar car, so you need to get what you want before boarding.

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No alcohol can be drunk at any station in Scotland or on board any ScotRail train at any time of day. You cannot carry visible alcohol – open or unopened. Alcohol can be carried in a bag where it cannot be seen. You will not be able to use our services if you are deemed unfit to do so.

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Typically, we limit consumption on board to: Any passengers with large quantities will need to contact a courier service. Although you can bring alcohol with you and we serve alcohol on board, safety is our top priority. So, please drink in moderation.

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Trespassing on the railway is illegal and dangerous. You could be taken to court and face a £1,000 fine. For this reason, when we see someone trespassing, we have to stop all trains in the vicinity to remove trespassers, check for damage and clear blockages.

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Luggage that is not permitted Items larger than 1 metre in any dimension that you cannot carry without assistance. This includes canoes, hang-gliders, large furniture and large musical instruments. Surfboards. Motorcycles, mopeds, motor scooters and motorised cycles.

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There are no restrictions regarding bring private stock alcohol onto the train in your baggage.

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In regional and long-distance trains: yes; most do not have a restaurant car though so you have to bring your own. In most urban rapid transit trains: no.

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Alcohol is generally allowed on Metra trains, in moderation. Metra reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who is intoxicated or impaired. Unruly behavior will be not tolerated and all riders are required to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner. Underage drinking on Metra trains will not be tolerated.

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There are no restrictions regarding bring private stock alcohol onto the train in your baggage. Sleeper berth passengers are allowed to consume their private stock in the privacy of their sleeper berth.

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