Can I travel alone on a Railcard?
Can I travel alone on a Railcard? The only railcards that work for people travelling alone are based on age (eg 18-25, 26-30, senior for 60+), disability, veteran or full-time student status.
What happens if you lose your family and friends Railcard?
Don't worry it can be replaced. You are entitled to apply for one replacement in the event of loss or damage.
Do they check Railcard on trains?
Yes. You must show your valid Railcard when you buy your ticket. You also need to have your Railcard with you on each journey and present it to staff when your ticket is checked aboard the train.
Can I use a family railcard when travelling alone?
Am I eligible to use a Family & Friends Railcard? A: Any adult can buy a Family & Friends Railcard. To use it, at least one of the group travelling must be named on the Railcard and there must also be at least one child travelling on a child rate ticket.
What is the difference between family and friends Railcard and two together railcard?
The Two Together Railcard is for two adults (people aged 16 or over) travelling together. It gives no discount on child fares. If you are an adult travelling with a child then the Family & Friends Railcard is the Railcard you need.
Is Railcard only for one person?
Two adults can be named as cardholders on your Family & Friends Railcard. The two adults don't need to travel together but you do need to be travelling with at least one child between the ages of 5 and 15 to be eligible for the discount.
What does a Railcard allow?
Railcards allow you to save up to 33% off most rail fares, including discounts on Advance Purchase tickets. There are eight different railcards available. There are also a number of Regional Railcards - for more information please see the below links; 16-25 Railcard (previously Young persons Railcard)
Do railcards work on the tube?
Your National Railcard gives you discounts on the Tube, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line and National Rail services.
Why no Railcard applied?
The simple answer is that not every Railcard is valid all of the time. Some of them are only valid in some parts of the country and others are only accepted at certain times of day. If you're travelling in First Class, then you might only be able to buy certain kinds of ticket.
Are railcards worth it?
While railcards might seem like an expensive investment for those who don't regularly travel by train, do not underestimate their worth. Most railcards mean you could save up to 1/3 on train fares.
How do I get a physical Railcard?
You can also apply for your Railcard by visiting any staffed station ticket office and get your Railcard on the same day! Just be sure to allow yourself plenty of time between purchasing your Railcard and when you need to depart for your journey.
Does Railcard check ID?
You will be asked to provide either a passport or driving licence number or EEA National Identity Card and you will also need to provide a digital passport-style photo if you have selected 'Digital' under 'Choose the type of Railcard you would like' section.
Can you go anywhere with a Railcard?
A: YES! It is valid yo travel throughout Great Britain so you can use the Railcard to buy tickets anywhere across the National Rail network.
Can 2 people share a Railcard?
Any two adults can be named cardholders, and they can take up to four children with them.
How to get a Railcard over 30?
If you are aged 26-30 years old and still in full-time education, you can choose whether to buy a 26-30 Railcard, or buy a 16-25 Railcard as a mature student. Mature students who are over the age of 30, can only choose the 16-25 Railcard option and apply as a mature student.
Can I use my Railcard on Trainline?
Railcards live in your account in the Trainline app so you can use them on any of your compatible devices. No download codes are needed!