What happens if I don't have my Railcard?

What happens if I don't have 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. Minor delays on some routes - Check to see if your journey is affected.

How long does a Railcard take to come?

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.

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.

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.

Is it cheaper to use a Railcard?

About National Railcards We offer 9 main National Railcards, which give you savings of 1/3 off train fares. Most are available to buy online or at stations. You must carry your Railcard with you on your journey to qualify for the discount.

Can I travel without Railcard?

If you are travelling by train on a ticket with a Railcard discount, you must travel with your valid 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.

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.

Is Railcard only for UK citizens?

National railcards They cost £30 (£20 for the Disabled Persons card). Not just for Brits! You don't need to live in Britain or be a UK citizen to be eligible. However, they can only be posted to UK addresses.

Do trains check railcards?

Do they always check Railcard? A: Yes. You must show your valid Network Railcard (digital or plastic) when you buy your ticket and travel on the train. 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.

Is UK Railcard worth it?

While railcards might seem like an expensive investment for those who don't regularly travel by train, do not underestimate their worth. Most railcards mean you could save up to 1/3 on train fares.

Can 2 people use the same Railcard?

A: No. The Railcard is for use by you and the second named adult on your Railcard when you are travelling together. The two named cardholders must travel together for the entire journey for their discounted tickets to be valid.

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.

Can I apply Railcard after booking?

Follow. Unfortunately not. You should always check that the discount you expected has been applied before completing your ticket purchase. If you want to apply the discount once the ticket has been bought you will have to cancel your ticket and start again.

Can you use a Railcard outside of London?

YES! It is valid yo travel throughout Great Britain so you can use the Railcard to buy tickets anywhere across the National Rail network.

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.

How important is a Railcard?

Railcards allow you to save up to 33% off most rail fares, including discounts on Advance Purchase tickets. There are eight different railcards available.

Can a tourist get a Railcard in UK?

Most frequently asked questions. Can visitors to Britain buy a 16-25 Railcard online? A: Yes, you can.

Can 2 people share a Railcard?

Any two adults can be named cardholders, and they can take up to four children with them.