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How does a 16-17 saver work?

Yes, the 16-17 Saver gives 50% off Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance and Season tickets. It is designed to enable 16 and 17 year olds to access the same half price child fares that they could access until they were 16.



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The 16-17 Saver will be valid for one year or up until your 18th birthday, whichever comes first. If you buy a Season ticket with a 16-17 Saver discount before it expires, you can continue to use it for up to 4 months after the expiry date.

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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. In most cases, your digital 26-30 Railcard will be available to use straight away.

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Do I need a new photo to renew my Railcard online? No, you won't need to upload a new photo to renew your Railcard online with us. You'll just need to be logged into your Trainline account, select the Railcard type you want to renew, confirm your details and then pay for your new Railcard.

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Can I use my Santander 16-25 Railcard to buy tickets for other people? No. The Santander 16-25 Railcard is for your use only, and provides discounts only on tickets bought for your own use. It does not cover anyone accompanying you.

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If you bought your Railcard at a station, both the paper printed Railcard and the photocard must be presented. 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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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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Your head and shoulders should be in close-up, with your face clearly visible and filling approximately 70% of the frame (in the same way it would for a passport or driving licence). The image must be in sharp focus. Please make sure that your face is not obscured by hats or hair.

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The image should be a good recognisable likeness of you. We prefer colour pictures but black and white images are acceptable. Your head and shoulders should be in close-up, with your face clearly visible and filling approximately 70% of the frame (in the same way it would for a passport or driving licence).

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No. Unfortunately once the 16-17 Saver has been issued it is non-refundable.

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