Following on from this thread, maybe I'm odd but I do different things depending on what TOC I use.
For example, on Southern services even though London Victoria to Brighton might be considered "long distance", I just board only a few minutes before departure.
Elsewhere, on GWR services from Paddington to the west country or Avanti services from Euston to the North, I usually make sure I'm there 15-20 minutes before departure. I'm just nervous especially if it's an "intercity" train to make sure I board early for some reason.
Oddly, out of force of habit, if I'm taking a commuter service to Slough I still arrive early!
For example, on Southern services even though London Victoria to Brighton might be considered "long distance", I just board only a few minutes before departure.
Elsewhere, on GWR services from Paddington to the west country or Avanti services from Euston to the North, I usually make sure I'm there 15-20 minutes before departure. I'm just nervous especially if it's an "intercity" train to make sure I board early for some reason.
Oddly, out of force of habit, if I'm taking a commuter service to Slough I still arrive early!