Originally Posted by
ELAL
From what I understood, and I've experienced it once too at Schipol, the train manager will allow you to board one train earlier or later, no matter which ticket type you hold.
I wonder if this is a fixed rule, or depends on the mood of the manager on duty.
As far as I know it's not a fixed rule.
Thalys no-Flex Fare
No flexibility with trains
Thalys semi-Flex Fare
with a
Thalys TheCard you are allowed to travel on one train earlier or later.
There is no guarantee of a seat or meal service(Comfort 1).
Thalys Flex Fare
You are allowed to travel on one train earlier or later.
With a
Thalys TheCard you are allowed to travel on all trains on the same day.
There is no guarantee of seat or meal service(Comfort 1).