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Do students get discount on 16-25 Railcard?

The 16-25 Railcard is the perfect prepaid solution to get 1/3rd discounts on train travel fares. You need to be between the ages of 16 and 25 to be eligible. Mature students can benefit as well, but you need to be a full-time student and annually reapply.



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One of the main ways that students are able to get a free 16-25 railcard is through student bank accounts. Many banks offer similar student accounts so try to differentiate themselves from other banks by offering a free railcard. One of the main banks to offer such a perk is Santander.

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Get 1/3 off plus deals on meals, hotels and loads more! Costing only £30, the 16-25 Railcard can pay for itself in just a couple of trips. Over a year, you could save an average of £159*. Save even more with a 3-year Railcard (16-25s only).

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It's called the 16-25 Railcard and it allows you to purchase a train ticket at a reduced rate, typically 1/3 off the price of thr full adult fare. There is no limit to the number of times you can use your Railcard although some Railcards can only be used outside of peak times.

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Most frequently asked questions. Can visitors to Britain buy a Railcard online? A: Yes, you can.

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rail and tube fares on Oyster. Once you've bought your Railcard, go to a London Underground station with your 16-25 Railcard and ask a member of staff to add your discount to your Oyster card.

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National railcards They cost £30 (£20 for the Disabled Persons card). Not just for Brits! You don't need to live in Britain or be a UK citizen to be eligible. However, they can only be posted to UK addresses.

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Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage and follow the instructions on the screen. Please note that you will need to provide a valid passport or UK driving licence or EEA National Identity Card number to prove your date of birth and a digital passport-style photo.

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How much is a 16-25 Railcard? A 16-25 Railcard costs £30 for one year or £70 for three years. It's one of the only Railcards that can be used at Peak times, meaning you have endless rail travel savings ahead of you.

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Do they always check Railcard? A: Yes. You must show your valid Network Railcard (digital or plastic) when you buy your ticket and travel on the train. Failure to present a valid Railcard will mean you have to pay a full fare or you may on certain services be liable for a Penalty Fare.

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If you're under 26 years old or a full-time mature student, with a 16-25 Railcard you can enjoy 1/3 off a host of different train tickets. And with TransPennine Express you can even enjoy half price Standard Advance Purchase train tickets when you book direct with us.

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Yes. You can use your Railcard with Anytime, Off-Peak train tickets and Advance tickets. However, for all journeys made between 4.30am and 10am Monday to Friday a minimum fare of £12 is payable.

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16-17 Saver gives 50% off Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance and Season tickets for travel at any time of the day. The 16-25 Railcard is aimed at leisure travel and gives 1/3 off Standard Anytime and Standard Off-Peak tickets, as well as Standard and First Class Advance tickets.

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If you bought your 16-25 Railcard online, please go to 'Manage my Railcard' on the website homepage to log in to your account and apply for a replacement. Once logged in, click on 'Details' under your active plastic 16-25 Railcard, then click on 'Replace Railcard (Lost or stolen)'.

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If you have purchased a digital 16-25 Railcard, in most cases it will be available to use straight away. A download code will be sent to your registered email address, along with instructions on how to download your Railcard. Mature students will have to wait a little longer as these applications are checked manually.

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