30 elderly people around 70 years old can take the following steps to buy train tickets in a group:

  1. Contact a travel agency or ticket agent: You can contact a local travel agency or professional ticket agent. They have experience in handling group ticket purchases and can provide more convenient services.

  2. Group ID: Make sure all seniors have valid ID to provide proof of group ID when purchasing tickets.

  3. Choose the appropriate train: Check the train timetable from Changzhou to Xi’an in advance, and choose a train suitable for the elderly, such as EMU or high-speed rail, to ensure comfort.

  4. Book train tickets: Make a reservation through the following methods:

    • Official website: Visit the official website of China Railway Customer Service Center (12306.cn) to make a reservation.
    • Telephone booking: Dial 12306 customer service hotline to make a reservation.
    • Mobile APP: Use the “Railway 12306” mobile APP to make reservations.
    • Ticket Window: Go directly to the train station ticket window to make a reservation.

  5. Group Discount: If you meet the conditions for group ticket purchase, you can ask if there is a group discount to save money.

  6. Confirm information: When booking, confirm that all members’ personal information and ticket purchase information are correct.

  7. Ticket Pickup: After the reservation is successful, you can choose to pay online and pick up the ticket online, or go to the train station ticket window to pick up the ticket.

  8. Travel preparation: Prepare luggage and personal belongings in advance to ensure that the elderly travel safely and comfortably.

Through the above steps, 30 elderly people can be helped to successfully buy train tickets in a group.