Can I use my family and friends Railcard on my own?
Can I use my family and friends Railcard on my own? Can I travel alone with a Family and Friends Railcard? No, the minimum number of passengers required is two (one adult accompanying one child).
What can I use my family and friends railcard for?
A Family & Friends Railcard is a discount card that gives you 1/3 off Standard Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak and Advance tickets for up to 4 adults and 60% off for up to 4 kids aged between 5 and 15.
Where is family and friends Railcard valid?
You can use your Railcard on all franchised train operating companies that provide services within England, Scotland and Wales. Railcards do not give discounts on Eurostar services, Charter services, and Heritage Railways unless state otherwise.
Do you always have to travel together with a Two Together Railcard?
Can I use the Two Together Railcard when I am travelling on my own? No. The Railcard is for use by you and the second named adult on your Railcard when you are travelling together. The two named cardholders must travel together for the entire journey for their discounted tickets to be valid.
Do they ask to see your Railcard?
A: Yes. You must show your valid Family & Friends Railcard (digital or plastic) when you buy your ticket and travel on the train. 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.
Who is the second cardholder on the Family and Friends Railcard?
The second cardholder can be any adult that might spend time with your children such as a friend, grandparent, or childminder.
Can a US citizen get a UK Railcard?
A: Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage to get started. When you get to the question 'Choose the type of Railcard you would like' select 'Digital' and follow the instructions on the screen to complete your purchase.
What happens if you say you have a Railcard but don t?
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 someone travel with me on my Railcard?
Yes. You as the cardholder can buy tickets for your named companion and up to four children as long as they are travelling with you.
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.
How do you get away with no 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. However, a train company will normally allow you to claim back this extra expense on the first occasion in each year where this happens.