Can you drink alcohol on a train UK?

You can drink and buy alcohol on national trains in the UK. 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.

Can you drink alcohol on trains UK Covid?

Drinking alcohol on trains and in stations has been temporarily banned from today. ScotRail announced last week that it would be introducing the new measures to curb the spread of coronavirus. British Transport Police officers and railway staff will be enforcing the new measures.

Is drinking on public transport illegal in UK?

The alcohol ban came into effect on the Tube, buses, Docklands Light Railway, tram services and stations. In addition to consuming alcoholic beverages, it’s also illegal to carry open containers of alcohol on the public transport network.

Is it against the law to drink alcohol on a train?

Customers are prohibited from drinking or carrying open containers of alcohol on the London Underground, buses, Docklands Light Railway, tram services and London Overground. ‘These rules play an important part in ensuring that everybody travelling on our transport network has a safe and pleasant journey.

Can you drink on Cross Country trains?

To make the most of your CrossCountry journey you can enjoy a wide variety of food and drink on board. Food and Drink is available on most of our services.

Is it illegal to drink alcohol on a coach in the UK?

Anyone who has alcohol in their possession whilst travelling on a coach or train that is principally being used to take people to or from a match is guilty of an offence. It is also an offence to be drunk on such a vehicle whether or not the person is in possession of alcohol.

Can you drink alcohol on a private bus UK?

No private bus or coach operator has ever been prosecuted for allowing a passenger to drink alcohol on board, despite a law introduced in Northern Ireland in 2011. It is illegal for bus operators to allow alcohol to be drunk on their vehicles on the way to sports fixtures.

Can you drink alcohol on trains Scotland Covid?

An alcohol ban has been extended on Scotland’s rail network. ScotRail is sticking with the strict ruling despite an easing of government restrictions. It means alcohol can still only be carried in a bag where it cannot be seen and anyone caught drinking will be told to leave the train.

Can you eat and drink on trains UK?

You should bring your own face covering.

Can you take your own food on trains?

Yes, you may bring your own refreshments.