If you're aged between 16-25 or a full time student, this railcard will save you 1/3 on your rail fares.
A train railcard is a discount card that allows you to save up to 1/3rd off your train tickets. They offer great value for money if you are a regular rail traveller, and they are available as a digital railcard or physical card. You must travel with your railcard to validate your discounted ticket. Please note a screenshot or picture of a rail discount card will NOT be accepted to validate a discounted ticket.
There is a range of train railcards available, catering to various groups including students, seniors, and families. Take a look at the different railcard savings below to find the one that suits you best.
There is a range of train railcards available, catering to various groups including students, seniors, and families. Take a look at the different railcard savings below to find the one that suits you best.
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senior railcard
Over 60? Save money on your travels with the senior railcard at just £30 a year.
two together railcard
Save 30% off your tickets when travelling together with your friend or partner.
family and friends railcard
Save 1/3 off tickets for up to four adults and 60% for up to four children with the family and friends railcard.
disabled persons railcard
Passengers with disabilities can benefit from 1/3 off all rail travel for them and their travel companion.
veterans railcard
Are you a UK veteran? Save 30% off your standard and first class tickets.
network railcard
Get 1/3 off travel in the South East if you're aged 16 or over. Please note this railcard is NOT valid on any Lumo service.
FAQs
A railcard is a discount card that allows you to save up to 1/3 off your train tickets – perfect if you are a regular traveller.
Most railcards cost £35 per year with some having a three year option for £80. The only exception is a Disabled Persons Railcard, costing £30 for one year and £70 for three years.
While most railcards offer a 1/3 discount off your tickets, you can also enjoy 50% off your tickets with the 16-17 Saver or 60% off children's tickets with the Family and Friends Railcard. This will depend on the type of railcard you purchased.
You can use your railcard on off-peak times, weekends, and bank holidays, although this will depend on the type of railcard you have.
The 16-25 railcard gives you 1/3 off train tickets for just £35 a year or £80 for three years. This railcard is also available for mature students.
Railcards are available as digital and physical cards. For a digital Railcard, you can purchase it online through the Railcard website. If you prefer a physical card, you can buy it at a staffed train station within the Network Railcard area.
Senior Railcards are available for everyone aged 60 and over for just £35 for one year or £80 for three years. They offer a discount of 1/3 off train travel.
For £35 a year or £80 for three years, the Family and Friends Railcard gives adults 1/3 off train travel and children 60% off.
