How long does it take to get a Railcard UK?

How long does it take to get a Railcard UK? Please allow up to 5 working days for your Railcard application to be reviewed and approved. You cannot travel on discounted tickets until you have received your Railcard.

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 else use my Railcard?

The Railcard is for your use only, and provides discounts only on tickets bought for your own use.

How quickly can I get a railcard?

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). If you are applying as a mature student please allow an additional 5 working days for your application to be reviewed and approved.

Are digital railcards active straight away?

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 Railcard.

Is buying a Railcard instant?

If you have purchased a digital 16-25 Railcard, in most cases 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. Mature students will have to wait a little longer as these applications are checked manually.

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.

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.

Is it cheaper to have a Railcard?

About Railcards Whether it's a day out in the city or in the countryside, a trip to catch-up with your friends or visiting the family, with a Railcard you can save 1/3 on your train trips. A Railcard saves you money on almost every journey you take.

Do you have to have a Railcard at the time of booking?

It's perfectly acceptable to buy the tickets online first and buy the railcard later - just as long as you have it when boarding the train. All I have to say is that you must have the railcard with you when you travel as the rail ticket without the railcard will then be invalid.

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.

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.

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.

Do you need a photo for a Railcard?

Under 'Choose the type of Railcard you would like' you can select if you want a 'Digital' or a 'Plastic' Railcard. You will be asked to provide a digital passport-style photo if you select 'Digital'. You do not need a photo if you have ordered a 'Plastic' Network Railcard.

Can I buy a Railcard on the day?

You can buy a Family & Friends Railcard at any National Rail staffed station ticket office or National Rail-licensed Travel Agent. You can do it on the day you are travelling, just ensure the ticket office is open.

Can I use my Railcard on Trainline?

Railcards live in your account in the Trainline app so you can use them on any of your compatible devices. No download codes are needed!