How long does it take for Senior Railcard to deliver?
How long does it take for Senior Railcard to deliver? A: If you have ordered a plastic Senior Railcard online, please allow 5 working days for delivery. If you paid for Special Delivery and placed your order before 15:45pm, your Railcard will be delivered within two days (Monday to Thursday) or three days (Friday to Sunday).
How long does it take to get a Railcard at the station?
Apply in person You can also apply for your Railcard by visiting any staffed station ticket office and get your Railcard on the same day! Just be sure to allow yourself plenty of time between purchasing your Railcard and when you need to depart for your journey.
Which is better plastic or digital Railcard?
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 far in advance can I buy a Senior Railcard?
If you order online then yes, you can order one up to 14 days in advance of your 60th birthday. Please note that you cannot buy Railcards in advance of your 60th birthday from rail stations.
Can I buy a Senior Railcard online and use it straight away?
If you have purchased a digital Railcard, it 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. You cannot travel on discounted tickets until you have received your Railcard.
How do I use my Senior Railcard at Ticket Machine?
- Buying tickets online. Select the Senior Railcard option from the railcards dropdown.
- Using the ticket machine. Once you've chosen your route, select the Senior Railcard button.
- In the ticket office. Show your Senior Railcard when buying your ticket.
- On the train.
What documents do I need for Railcard?
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. In most cases, your digital 26-30 Railcard will be available to use straight away.
Is a digital Senior Railcard instant?
In most cases, your digital Senior 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 Senior Railcard.
Do pensioners get free rail travel in UK?
You can get an older person's bus pass when you reach State Pension age, which is currently 66 for both women and men. If you're 60 or over and live in London, then you can get free travel on buses, trains and other modes of transport in and around London with a 60+ London Oyster photocard.
Can railcards be bought at the station?
Yes. You can buy a 1-year Family & Friends Railcard over the counter at all staffed station ticket offices.
Can someone else use my senior railcard?
The Railcard and tickets bought with it are not transferable to anyone else and you must not give, lend, or resell them. Only the named cardholder can use the Railcard. 2.4. Train Companies will not issue refunds on unused/unwanted Railcards, or extend their validity period.
Do they check for railcards 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.
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 use my Senior Railcard on the London Underground?
Senior Railcard holders can also register their Railcard discount onto an Oyster card to get 1/3 off Oyster pay as you go single fares and daily caps on National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway services.