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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With a 16–17 Railcard, known as the 16–17 Saver, you can get 50% off most rail fares to travel across Britain. It's great for young students and professionals looking to save money on getting to college or work or exploring destinations around the UK with friends.
The 16-17 Saver gives you a massive 50% discount on most National Rail fares. This includes single journeys and season tickets. There is no minimum fare and no time restrictions on your travel. If your National Rail fare includes travel on the London Underground, you can save money on this too.
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.
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.
If you bought your 16-17 Saver online, you will need to get a replacement online. You can only apply for a replacement 16-17 Saver 5 days after the date of original purchase. To apply for a replacement 16-17 Saver, please click 'Manage my account' to log in to your account.
Digital 16-17 Saver is stored within the Railcard app on your smart phone or tablet, meaning there's no need to carry the physical card around with you. They can be stored on up to two devices and used quicker than plastic Railcards as they do not need to be sent in the post.
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.
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.