ScotRail App Launch Plagued by Technical Failures
Hundreds of passengers faced booking issues on Thursday morning due to problems with the new ticketing platform.
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ScotRail issued an apology on 30 July 2026 following significant disruption to its new ticket booking application. Hundreds of travellers reported being unable to secure train tickets due to technical faults with the platform, which replaced the operator's previous system provided by Trainline.
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Travellers took to social media to voice their frustrations, describing the app's rollout as a "shambles" and "nonsense". Common complaints included difficulties with password resets, journeys not appearing in search results, and an inability to link railcards or add payment details. Some users found they could not add payment information, preventing ticket purchases. Others reported issues installing the new version, with Google Play indicating it was already present, while some noted the app required iOS 17, excluding users with older iPhones. The new application also failed to list certain stations, such as Wick, for some users.
The operator advised passengers to continue using the older app until midday on 30 July 2026, as a temporary measure. However, some users reported being unable to access the old app, being redirected to download the new version instead. This meant some travellers were unable to book tickets through either application.
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The issues extended beyond the mobile application. ScotRail's website booking system also experienced failures, failing to display available trains during the period of disruption. The new app is a completely separate system from the old one, requiring users to create new accounts, set new passwords, and re-enter payment details. Many users reported delays in receiving password reset emails, further compounding the problems.
The launch of the new app occurred on the same day the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games began, adding an extra layer of complexity for travellers. ScotRail stated it was working with its technical teams to resolve the issues as quickly as possible and apologised for the inconvenience caused.
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