Can I get a Railcard if I receive PIP?


Can I get a Railcard if I receive PIP? A Disabled Person's Railcard gives you one-third off the cost of most train journeys. If you get PIP, you can buy one by contacting National Rail: Online. Telephone: 0345 605 0525.


What is the disabled Railcard?

The Disabled Persons Railcard gives up to 1/3 off rail travel in Great Britain and there are no time restrictions on when you can travel. Please visit https://www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk/using-your-railcard/the-benefits/ to find out more.


Can a Disabled Persons Railcard be used on London Underground?

Simply take your Oyster card and a valid Disabled Persons Railcard to a London Underground station and ask a member of staff to set the discount for you. You can also get the discount set at Oyster Ticket Shops and Visitor Centres.


Can blue badge holders get a Railcard?

Being a Blue Badge holder does not entitle a person to qualify for a Disabled Persons Railcard. The Blue Badge scheme is designed to give parking privileges to people with mobility problems who have difficulty using public transport.


Is a disabled persons railcard free?

Is a Disabled Persons Railcard free? No, the Disabled Persons Railcard costs £20 for 1 year. This is cheaper than the other National Railcards though, which cost £30 for 1 year.


Can I get a Freedom Pass if I get PIP?

You'll automatically get the disabled person's Freedom Pass if you meet one of the following criteria: receive the higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance. receive eight points or more in the 'moving around' component of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP)


Who is eligible for a Railcard?

Whether you are travelling to college, university, work or just for lesiure, if you are aged between 16 and 25 or a mature student in full-time education you can save 1/3 on your rail fares.


Which banks give free railcards?

You'll get a free Santander 16-25 Railcard which could save you 1/3 on rail travel in Great Britain letting you travel all over England, Scotland and Wales for less.