Can I use my Railcard on behalf of someone else?

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 you use a Railcard digitally?

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.

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.

Is Railcard only for one person?

Two adults can be named as cardholders on your Family & Friends Railcard. The two adults don't need to travel together but you do need to be travelling with at least one child between the ages of 5 and 15 to be eligible for the discount.

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 all railcards need a photo?

Under 'Choose the type of Railcard you would like' you can select if you want a 'Digital' or a 'Plastic' Railcard. You will be asked to provide a digital passport-style photo if you select 'Digital'. You do not need a photo if you have ordered a 'Plastic' Network Railcard.

Are railcards only for UK residents?

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).

Are UK railcards worth it?

However, at peak times you can only use railcards when the cost of the ticket is over £12. This doesn't apply to the Disabled Person's Railcard. This essentially means a railcard is almost always worth using, except for a short journey at peak times.

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 you use a Railcard outside of London?

YES! It is valid yo travel throughout Great Britain so you can use the Railcard to buy tickets anywhere across the National Rail network.

Can Railcard be used by another person?

Can I use my railcard to buy a ticket for someone else? Many railcards allow you to buy tickets for people who are travelling with you. You cannot buy tickets with a railcard discount and give them to someone who will be travelling alone without a railcard.

Are tickets cheaper with a Railcard?

Get 1/3 off your train tickets with a Railcard! From children to seniors, there is a Railcard to suit everyone – and you get at least 1/3 off your tickets.

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 screenshot my Railcard?

Customers will be able to store their digital railcards on up to two smartphones. In cases where there are two railcard holders, they can both store the railcard on their devices. The app will have a holographic logo in the design, which moves as the customer holds their smartphone and prevents the use of screenshots.

How does a railcard work?

You can use your Railcard to buy tickets online, at a ticket office, from a ticket machine, and over the phone. When you enter a journey into our Journey Planner, you can add the number and type of Railcards you wish to use. It is possible to add multiple Railcards for different people who are travelling.