Does Trainline Digital Railcard work?

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

Can I use a digital Railcard immediately?

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.

How do I change my physical Railcard to digital?

Unfortunately you are unable to 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.

How soon do you get a digital Railcard?

In most cases, you should get your digital Railcard instantly after following the steps in the 'How do I add a digital Railcard to my device' section below.

Is a digital Railcard better?

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.

How do I get my digital Railcard on my phone?

To view your Railcard in the app, you'll need to first log in to your account with the same email address you purchased with. After logging in, navigate to the Account tab and tap on Your Railcards to bring up the list of Railcards you've purchased. Then tap on Download Railcard to download it to your device.

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 tourists apply for Railcard?

Can visitors to Britain buy a Railcard online? A: Yes, you can. Simply click 'Buy Now on the website homepage to get started.

Can you get both a physical and digital Railcard?

Unfortunately you can only have one version of your Railcard – either plastic or digital. Once you have purchased your Railcard you cannot change the type of Railcard you have.

Can you use Trainline outside of UK?

Trainline is the world's leading independent rail and bus travel platform, with over 96 million people using their platforms every month. Trainline sells official tickets for train and bus travel in 45 countries across Europe and Asia – including the UK, France, Italy and Spain.

Are Trainline railcards digital?

Types of Digital Railcard with Trainline You can now buy the following digital Railcards with us and store them directly in your Trainline app. Age-based Railcards are great for students, young professionals and seniors. Railcards are great for friends, couples and family members.

What is the best Railcard for Europe?

An Interrail Pass is a good option if you are looking to travel across different countries. It allows you to travel on almost all trains in Europe with access to 40 railway and ferry companies in 33 countries. The rail pass is available to both European residents and non-Europeans who are legal residents.

Do Trainline railcards work abroad?

At Trainline, we sell international rail passes for many countries and continents across the globe including Europe, Great Britain and Japan. Keep scrolling to see which passes you can buy with us, tap the blue button to book your pass straight away or tap find out more to read your dedicated guides to each pass.

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.

Do you need proof of Railcard?

You will need to provide proof of your Railcard and either the original and additional tickets that you have purchased, or if you have not yet paid, details of the notice to pay or notice of Penalty Fare.

What to do if I forget my 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.

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