Do digital railcards work instantly?


Do digital railcards work instantly? In most cases, your digital Network 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 Network Railcard.


Can you link a digital Railcard to Oyster?

Yes, digital equivalents of the accepted railcards (I.e. not Network, Two Together or Family & Friends) can be added to Oyster cards; obviously you will need to have your phone fully functioning for it to be valid.


Why is my digital Railcard not working?

If your download code isn't working, it is likely that it has expired or has been used to activate your Railcard on too many devices. You can only store your digital Network Railcard on a maximum of 2 devices, so you may need to remove it from an existing device to add it to a new one.


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.


Does Trainline Digital Railcard work?

Yes. Although your Railcard will live in your Trainline App, it can still be used with tickets bought elsewhere.


Why does Railcard not work in morning?

The Network Railcard is designed to promote off-peak leisure travel. This means that it encourages people to use trains outside of the busy commuting period which occurs before 10:00am Monday to Friday.


When can I use my digital Railcard?

In most cases, your digital 16-25 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 Railcard.


Can I buy a Railcard online and use it straight away?

If you have purchased a digital 16-25 Railcard, in most cases it will be available to use straight away.


Do I need to show my Railcard on the train?

A: Yes. You must show your valid Network Railcard (digital or plastic) when you buy your ticket and travel on the train.


Do digital railcards have photos?

If you have selected 'Digital' under 'Choose the type of Railcard you would like', you will be asked to provide a passport style photo.


Can non UK citizens get a Railcard?

Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage and follow the instructions on the screen. Please note that 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.


Do they check railcards?

Do they always check Railcard? A: Yes. You must show your valid Network 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.


Can you have digital Railcard on two devices?

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


How do I add my Trainline Railcard to Apple wallet?

Add a travel card on your iPhone or Apple Watch
  1. On your iPhone, open the Wallet app.
  2. Tap the Add button .
  3. Tap Travel Card to add a new travel card or tap Previous Card to add a travel card that you've previously added to the Wallet app.
  4. Choose a travel card from the list, or search by location or card name.