What is the difference between a senior railcard and a disabled Railcard?


What is the difference between a senior railcard and a disabled Railcard? Senior Railcard — which gives seniors access to rail travel discounts. Disabled Person Railcard — which gives train travel discounts to people with disabilities.


What are the limitations of Senior Railcard?

Your Railcard is not valid during the morning peak period when travelling between two stations in the Network Railcard area of validity. Check locally to confirm morning peak times as these do differ. This restriction does not apply on public holidays.


Is it worth buying a Senior Railcard?

Travel light with 1/3 off fares plus great deals on meals, days out and so much more with a Senior Railcard. The Senior Railcard also acts like a discount card where you can get great offers and deals, with discounts on food, museums and more!


Can I use my disabled railcard on the London Underground?

Can I use my Disabled Persons Railcard to travel on London Underground? Yes. With your Disabled Persons Railcard, you and the person travelling with you can get 1/3 off Anytime Day Travelcards when bought as part of your journey to London from outside London Zones 1-9 (subject to a minimum fare of £19.60).


Can I use disabled railcard on Elizabeth line?

The following discounts are available for travel on Elizabeth line and other National Rail journeys: Oyster pay as you go: Discounted fares are available to passengers who hold a Disabled Persons Railcard. The discount must be set on the Oyster card prior to travel and can be done at any Elizabeth line ticket office.


How do I get a free disabled railcard?

You will need to provide proof of your disability to verify your eligibility online and a digital passport-style photo if you have selected 'Digital' under 'Choose the type of Railcard you would like' section. You can check if you are eligible here.


Can someone travel with me on a Senior Railcard?

No. The Railcard is for your use only, and provides discounts only on tickets bought for your own use. It does not cover anyone accompanying you.


Can I get a free Railcard on PIP?

Am I eligible for a Disabled Persons Railcard? Yes. If you receive Personal Independence Payments at any level for either the Mobility or Daily Living components, you are eligibile for a Disabled Persons Railcard.


Do disabled railcards have photos?

A: If you opt for a digital Railcard, you must provide a photograph.


Is Oyster cheaper with Railcard?

With an Oyster card, you can get your Railcard discount loaded onto your Oyster card to save 1/3 on single off-peak pay as you go fares on London Underground and Docklands Light Railway services in London. You will need to have registered your Oyster in your name to do this.


Can I use my Senior Railcard on the London Underground?

Senior Railcard holders can also register their Railcard discount onto an Oyster card to get 1/3 off Oyster pay as you go single fares and daily caps on National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway services.