Can I buy a digital Railcard at a station?
Can I buy a digital Railcard at a station? At a station You can also apply for your Railcard by visiting any staffed station ticket office within the Network Railcard area and get your Railcard on the same day! Just be sure to allow yourself plenty of time between purchasing your Railcard and before you need to depart for your journey.
What happens if I travel without Railcard?
If you are travelling by train on a ticket with a Railcard discount, you must travel with your valid Railcard. If you forget your Railcard you will either be required to buy a new ticket or you may on certain services be liable for a Penalty Fare.
Can non British buy Railcard?
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. Buy in person at a staffed railway station (each railcard is different, so it is best to check beforehand with Railcard Help to see if there are any documents that you will need to bring with you).
Does Trainline Digital Railcard work?
Yes. Although your Railcard will live in your Trainline App, it can still be used with tickets bought elsewhere.
How long to wait for digital Railcard?
Please allow up to 5 working days for your Railcard application to be reviewed and approved. Once approved, your Disabled Persons Railcard 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.
Do you have to have a Railcard at the time of booking?
It's perfectly acceptable to buy the tickets online first and buy the railcard later - just as long as you have it when boarding the train. All I have to say is that you must have the railcard with you when you travel as the rail ticket without the railcard will then be invalid.
How long does it take to get a digital Railcard trainline?
In most cases, your digital 16-25 Railcard 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 digital 16-25 Railcard.
Can I get on a train without a Railcard?
If you forget your Railcard you will either be required to buy a new ticket or you may on certain services be liable for a Penalty Fare.
Can my friend use my Railcard?
The Railcard and tickets bought with it are not transferable to anyone else and you must not give, lend, or resell them. Only the named cardholder(s) can use the Railcard. 2.4. Train Companies will not issue refunds on unused/unwanted Railcards, or extend their validity period.
Are Trainline railcards digital?
Types of Digital Railcard with Trainline You can now buy the following digital Railcards with us and store them directly in your Trainline app. Age-based Railcards are great for students, young professionals and seniors. Railcards are great for friends, couples and family members.
How do I get a digital copy of my Railcard?
You will need to click Manage my Railcard on the website homepage to log in to your account. Once logged in, click on 'Details' under your active digital 16-25 Railcard, then click on 'Manage Digital Devices' to request a new download code or manage the number of devices your Railcard is on.
Can I buy a Railcard at the station UK?
Yes. You can buy a 1-year Senior Railcard over the counter at all staffed stations ticket offices.
Do you need a photo for a digital Railcard?
You will be asked to provide a digital passport-style photo if you select 'Digital'.
How can I travel without a Railcard?
If you are travelling by train on a ticket with a Railcard discount, you must travel with your valid Railcard. If you forget your Railcard you will either be required to buy a new ticket or you may on certain services be liable for a Penalty Fare.
Is a screenshot of a Railcard valid?
“The terms and conditions of e-tickets are clear that the customer must activate and take the ticket with them when they travel. A photograph or screenshot is not acceptable, as this is not the ticket and could be used by anyone.
Can I buy a Railcard on the day?
You can buy a Family & Friends Railcard at any National Rail staffed station ticket office or National Rail-licensed Travel Agent. You can do it on the day you are travelling, just ensure the ticket office is open.
Can you get a digital Railcard immediately?
How quickly will I get my new digital Railcard? In most cases, you should get your digital Railcard instantly after following the steps in the 'How do I add a digital Railcard to my device' section below.