Can you get a physical Railcard 26-30?

Can you get a physical Railcard 26-30? The 26-30 Railcard is available to buy online and as it is our first digital-only Railcard, you can download it and start saving right away.

What proof do I need for 26-30 Railcard?

You can buy the 26-30 Railcard online only. Simply click 'Buy Now' on the website homepage and follow the instruction on the screen. You will need to provide a valid passport or UK driving licence or EEA National Identity Card number to prove your date of birth and a digital passport-style photo.

How long does a 26-30 Railcard take to arrive?

How quickly will I get my new digital Railcard? A: In most cases, your digital 26-30 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 26-30 Railcard.

Can you buy Railcard over the counter?

Yes. You can buy a 1-year Family & Friends Railcard over the counter at all staffed station ticket offices.

Can I get a digital Railcard if I have a physical one?

You cannot swap a plastic Railcard to a digital Railcard. However, when the time comes to renew your Railcard you can do this online and choose to have a digital Railcard.

Can you buy a Railcard at the station?

Yes. You can buy a 1-year Family & Friends Railcard over the counter at all staffed station ticket offices.

Where can I get a physical Railcard?

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.

Can I buy a Railcard that is not digital?

Unfortunately, you can only have one version of your Railcard – either plastic or digital.

Is the Railcard a physical or digital card?

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.

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.

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 a US citizen buy a Railcard?

A: Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage to get started.

How do physical railcards work?

If you bought your physical Railcard at a rail station, you must carry your separate 16-25 Photocard that was issued at the time of purchase (or where appropriate a 'Permit to travel without Photocard') and you must present this in any circumstance where you present your physical Railcard (i.e. when buying tickets and ...

How long does it take to get a physical Railcard?

Physical Railcard: we aim to dispatch your Railcard within one working day of you ordering it, but it's probably best to allow up to 5 working days for your Railcard to arrive.

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.

Can I get a plastic Railcard at the station?

Yes. You can buy a 1-year 16-25 Railcard over the counter at all staffed station ticket offices.