Can I add my Trainline Railcard to the Railcard app?


Can I add my Trainline Railcard to the Railcard app? Select Add an existing Railcard at the top of the screen. Enter the download code you received in an email titled Your digital Railcard download code, and click continue. *The Railcard App is available to download from the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.


Is Trainline the same as national rail?

Trainline is accredited by National Rail to provide information, timetables and sell tickets for the UK rail industry. If you're after information about National Rail, you've come to the right place. National Rail is the public facing brand of the Rail Delivery Group (RDG).


Can you get both a digital and physical Railcard?

A: Unfortunately, you can only have one version of your Railcard – either plastic or digital. Once you have purchased your Railcard you cannot change the type of Railcard you have.


Is it better to get a plastic or digital Railcard?

Digital Railcards are 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.


How do I sync my Railcard with Trainline app?

To view your Railcard in the app, you'll need to first log in to your account with the same email address you purchased with. After logging in, navigate to the Account tab and tap on Your Railcards to bring up the list of Railcards you've purchased. Then tap on Download Railcard to download it to your device.


What does Trainline Railcard do?

Generally, all Railcards can be used for discounted train fares during Off-Peak times, weekends, and public holidays. Some, like the age-related Railcards, can be used during Peak times with a minimum fare, and the Disabled Persons Railcard can be used at any time.


Does Trainline charge a fee?

Does Trainline charge any fees to collect tickets or have them delivered? We do not charge delivery fees for digital tickets. We do charge delivery fees for any tickets sent to you in the post and we may charge a fee for tickets collected at the station.


Why is Trainline more expensive than national rail?

The trainline is a reseller/agent so although the fares are usually the same, you may other charges such as booking fees/credit card fees and delivery fees and may miss any special promotional fares. There is no point in booking through them.