Is the 16-25 Railcard only off-peak?

Is the 16-25 Railcard only off-peak? When can I use a 16-25 Railcard? A 16-25 Railcard can be used at any time for Peak and Off-Peak travel. For journeys made between 04:30 and 10:00 Monday to Friday, a minimum fare of £12 is payable. There is no minimum fare when you travel at weekends, on Public Holidays, or during July and August.

Are railcards only valid off-peak?

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.

How to get a railcard 16-25 for free?

One of the main ways that students are able to get a free 16-25 railcard is through student bank accounts. Many banks offer similar student accounts so try to differentiate themselves from other banks by offering a free railcard. One of the main banks to offer such a perk is Santander.

Does 16-25 Railcard work on tube?

How to get 1/3 off. rail and tube fares on Oyster. Once you've bought your Railcard, go to a London Underground station with your 16-25 Railcard and ask a member of staff to add your discount to your Oyster card.

Can my friend use my 16-25 Railcard?

Can I use my Santander 16-25 Railcard to buy tickets for other people? No. The Santander 16-25 Railcard is for your use only, and provides discounts only on tickets bought for your own use. It does not cover anyone accompanying you.

Can you use 16 17 Railcard at peak times?

The 16-17 Saver gives 50% off Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance and Season tickets for travel at any time of the day. There's no minimum fare for travel at Peak times.

Can I use my 16-25 Railcard before 9am?

You can use your 16-25 Railcard before 9am but journeys made before 10am will be subject to a minimum fare of £12 (excluding Advance tickets).

What is the difference between 16-25 and 26 30 Railcard?

The 26–30 has a minimum fare of £12 between 04:30 and 10:00 on weekdays. The 16–25 has the same restriction, but the minimum does not apply to Advance fares, and it does not apply during July and August. Also you can use the 16–25 Railcard on the Caledonian Sleeper, but not 26–30.

Is 6pm off-peak?

Off-peak electricity hours typically happen around 10am to 5pm and 9pm to 6am, the times when people are out of the house or asleep. Saturdays and Sundays typically count as off-peak periods no matter the season, and some utility companies also include holidays occurring during the week in their off-peak rates.

Does Railcard work off-peak?

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. You can view all the Railcards available here. Minor delays on some routes - Check to see if your journey is affected.

Can I use an off-peak return at any time?

Not to be confused with Off-Peak Day Returns, the Off-Peak Return ticket requires you to make the outward part of your journey on the date shown on the ticket. The return part of your journey, however, can be completed on any day on an Off-Peak train within one calendar month of the ticket's issue date.

What tickets can you use 16-25 Railcard on?

Do off-peak train tickets work during peak times?

Off-Peak tickets give you some flexibility - if you can still use an Off-Peak ticket on the train you now want to travel on, you can just catch that one instead! If you want to travel during peak time, you'll just need to pay the difference between the Off-Peak fare and the Anytime fare.

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.

When can you not use 16-25 Railcard?

You can buy or renew your 1-year 16-25 Railcard up to and including the day before your 26th birthday and keep using it until its expiry date. With 3-year 16-25 Railcards you can buy them up until the day before your 24th birthday, which will make the expiry date the day before your 27th birthday.

Is it worth getting a 16-25 Railcard?

Get 1/3 off plus deals on meals, hotels and loads more! Costing only £30, the 16-25 Railcard can pay for itself in just a couple of trips. Over a year, you could save an average of £159*. Save even more with a 3-year Railcard (16-25s only).

What are off-peak hours for Railcard?

In general, Off-Peak hours begin at 09:30 from Monday to Friday in cities and large towns, and at 09:00 everywhere else. If your train is scheduled to depart after this time, you can travel with an Off-Peak ticket. Weekends and bank holidays are Off-Peak all day.

Can I use 16-25 Railcard on Trainline?

16-25 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! Sign into your Trainline app and you'll renew your 16-25 Railcard in no time!