Does Trainline Railcard work everywhere?
Does Trainline Railcard work everywhere? The Railcard does not apply to the route you're travelling on. For example, the Network Railcard is only valid for journeys in the South East of England. Railcards are not valid on European journeys (including Eurostar).
Do they check Railcard on trains?
Yes. You must show your valid Railcard when you buy your ticket. You also need to have your Railcard with you on each journey and present it to staff when your ticket is checked aboard the train.
Can someone buy you a train ticket with their railcard?
The Railcard is for your use only, and provides discounts only on tickets bought for your own use.
When can you not use a Railcard?
Your Railcard is not valid during the morning peak period when travelling between stations in the London and South East area. Check locally to confirm morning peak times as these do differ. This restriction does not apply on public holidays.
Do railcards work on all journeys?
It should be noted that, in the UK, railcards are valid on all journeys, both at peak and off-peak times. 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.
Do railcards work at peak times?
This depends on the type of railcard some railcards are only valid on Off-peak fares such as the 26-30 railcard, others are available to use all day such as the Senior railcard.
Why don t railcards work before 10am?
Why can't the Network Railcard be used before 10:00am Monday to Friday? 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.
Can I use my Railcard on the day it runs out?
Yes. Your Railcard is valid up until and including the date shown on your Railcard.
Does Trainline automatically apply Railcard?
We'll automatically apply your Railcard savings and show you the discounted price. Book your train tickets as a digital ticket, or to be collected at the station. Bring the device your digital Railcard and train tickets are stored on to show to a ticket inspector if asked.
Why do people use Trainline?
From live times and disruptions info to split tickets and price alerts for the cheapest tickets, the Trainline app gives you control of your journey. It makes train and coach travel across the UK and the rest of Europe easy.
Are railcards only valid after 10am?
You can buy Network Railcard discounted tickets for travel any time on weekends and public holidays or from 10:00am Monday to Friday. You may be able to start your journey a little earlier than 10:00am, see the time restriction easements section for details or check at your local station.
Why does Trainline not apply my Railcard?
Why wasn't my Railcard discount applied? Railcards offer you up to 1/3 discount on your train tickets, but discounts won't be applied in the following scenarios: The Railcard does not apply to the route you're travelling on. For example, the Network Railcard is only valid for journeys in the South East of England.
Can you go anywhere with a Railcard?
A: YES! It is valid yo travel throughout Great Britain so you can use the Railcard to buy tickets anywhere across the National Rail network.
Does Trainline charge a fee?
Does Trainline charge any fees to collect tickets or have them delivered? We do not charge delivery fees for digital tickets. We do charge delivery fees for any tickets sent to you in the post and we may charge a fee for tickets collected at the station.
Is the Trainline cheaper than national rail?
Is Trainline more expensive than National Rail? The trainline is a reseller/agent so although the fares are usually the same, you may other charges such as booking fees/credit card fees and delivery fees and may miss any special promotional fares. There is no point in booking through them.
What is the difference between Trainline and National Rail?
Trainline is accredited by National Rail to provide information, timetables and sell tickets for the UK rail industry. If you're after information about National Rail, you've come to the right place. National Rail is the public facing brand of the Rail Delivery Group (RDG).