Can I buy a Railcard for someone else at the station?


Can I buy a Railcard for someone else at the station? You can buy a Family & Friends Railcard at any National Rail staffed station ticket office or National Rail-licensed Travel Agent.


Can I use my husbands Railcard?

You must remove it from your mobile device if requested by a representative of any of the Train Companies, if you have a digital Railcard. 2.3. 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.


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 a foreigner buy a Railcard UK?

Most frequently asked questions. Can visitors to Britain buy a 16-25 Railcard online? A: Yes, you can.


Do trains ask to see your Railcard?

Yes. You must show your valid 16-25 Railcard (digital or plastic) when you buy your ticket and travel on the train. If you bought your Railcard at a station, both the paper printed Railcard and the photocard must be presented.


Can I get a Railcard without being a UK citizen?

National railcards They cost £30 (£20 for the Disabled Persons card). Not just for Brits! 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.


Is there a Railcard for over 30s?

If you are aged 26-30 years old and still in full-time education, you can choose whether to buy a 26-30 Railcard, or buy a 16-25 Railcard as a mature student. Mature students who are over the age of 30, can only choose the 16-25 Railcard option and apply as a mature student.


Can I travel alone on a Railcard?

The only railcards that work for people travelling alone are based on age (eg 18-25, 26-30, senior for 60+), disability, veteran or full-time student status.


Can I have my Railcard on two devices?

You can store your digital Railcard on up to two devices at a time.


Do you need proof of Railcard?

You will need to provide proof of your Railcard and either the original and additional tickets that you have purchased, or if you have not yet paid, details of the notice to pay or notice of Penalty Fare.


How do I prove I have a Railcard?

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.


Can I buy a Railcard and use it straight away?

If you have purchased a digital 16-25 Railcard, it 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. You cannot travel on discounted tickets until you have received your Railcard.


Can I use my Railcard on behalf of someone else?

Yes. As long as either you (as the main Railcard holder) or the second named Railcard holder is travelling with a child, up to a total of four adults and four children travelling together can get discounts.


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 trains check if you have a Railcard?

Yes. You must show your valid Railcard when you buy your ticket. You also need to have your Railcard with you on each journey and present it to staff when your ticket is checked aboard the train.


How long does it take to get a 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.


Can I use my boyfriends 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.