print_ticket

Generate and download PDF e-ticket forms for individual tickets or complete orders, providing passengers with official travel documents required for boarding.

Endpoint: https://test-api.bussystem.eu/viev/frame/print_ticket.php
Method: GET
Type: Document generation function

Description

This function generates official PDF e-ticket documents that passengers must present for boarding. The tickets feature route-specific designs and contain all necessary travel information, security codes, and barcodes for verification.

Key Features

PDF generation for individual tickets or complete orders
Route-specific ticket designs and layouts
Multi-language support for international travel
Security codes and barcodes for verification
Official travel documents required for boarding
Custom check/receipt formats available

Critical Requirements

Official Documents: Passengers must present these PDF tickets for boarding
Complete Pages: All pages of multi-page tickets must be provided
Not Receipts: Bank receipts or payment confirmations are NOT valid for travel
Original Format: Tickets should be presented in original PDF format when possible

Parameters

Ticket Identification (Choose One)

order_id (integer, optional): Order ID to generate PDF for all tickets in the order
ticket_id (integer, optional): Ticket ID to generate PDF for a single specific ticket

Required Parameters

security (string, required): Ticket or order security code for verification
lang (string, required): Ticket language [en, ru, ua, de, pl, cz]

Response Format

Successful Response

Content-Type: application/pdf

The response is a binary PDF file containing the formatted e-ticket(s). The PDF includes:

Passenger Information: Names, document details, contact information
Route Details: Departure/arrival times, stations, seat assignments
Carrier Information: Company details, contact numbers, policies
Security Features: Barcodes, verification codes, digital signatures
Travel Instructions: Boarding procedures, baggage policies, emergency contacts
Multi-Language Support: All text in requested language

PDF Structure

Header: Carrier logo, route name, ticket type
Passenger Details: Personal information and document data
Journey Information: Complete itinerary with times and locations
Terms & Conditions: Travel policies and restrictions
Footer: Security codes, contact information, legal notices

Error Responses

Invalid ID Error

Content-Type: text/html

When order_id or ticket_id doesn’t exist:

<div style="padding: 20px; border: 2px solid red; background: #ffe6e6; color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial;">
  <div style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 10px;">
    Error creating PDF ticket!!! Contact the ticketing agency
  </div>
  <div>Ticket ID #205232</div>
</div>

Error Characteristics:

HTML format (not PDF)
Error message language depends on lang parameter
Includes the problematic ticket/order ID
Styled error container for visibility

Ticket Formats & Designs

Standard E-Ticket

Layout: Professional ticket format with carrier branding
Information: Complete passenger and journey details
Security: Multiple verification elements
Size: Standard A4 format for printing

Check/Receipt Format

Purpose: Simplified format for terminal printing
Availability: Limited to specific routes and carriers
Usage: Alternative to full e-ticket (carrier-dependent)
Generation: Based on data from get_ticket request
Design: Custom layouts available upon request

Route-Specific Designs

Different carriers and routes may have:

Unique Branding: Carrier-specific colors and logos
Layout Variations: Different information arrangements
Language Adaptations: Region-specific formatting
Special Requirements: Additional fields for international travel

Important Guidelines

Passenger Instructions

Download Requirements: Ensure stable internet connection for PDF download
Printing Guidelines: Print all pages in original size (no scaling)
Mobile Display: Ensure screen brightness is sufficient for barcode scanning
Backup Copies: Keep digital and printed copies as backup
Document Verification: Check all passenger details are correct before travel

Travel Day Requirements

Mandatory Document: PDF e-ticket is required for boarding
Complete Pages: Present all pages of multi-page tickets
Readable Format: Ensure barcodes and text are clearly visible
Additional ID: Bring identification document used during booking
Early Arrival: Arrive early for document verification

Technical Considerations

File Size: PDFs typically range from 100KB to 2MB depending on design
Download Speed: Allow sufficient time for large PDF downloads
Browser Compatibility: Modern browsers handle PDF downloads automatically
Mobile Storage: Ensure adequate device storage for PDF files
Security: URLs expire after extended periods for security

Troubleshooting

Invalid Security Code: Verify security code matches ticket/order
Expired Links: Regenerate URLs if downloads fail
PDF Corruption: Re-download if PDF appears corrupted
Language Issues: Ensure correct language parameter is used
Missing Tickets: Verify payment completion before attempting download