What happens if you don't bring your Railcard?

What happens if you don't bring your 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.

Can you buy railcards at the station?

At a station You can also apply for your Railcard by visiting any staffed station ticket office within the Network Railcard area and get your Railcard on the same day! Just be sure to allow yourself plenty of time between purchasing your Railcard and before you need to depart for your journey.

Are there inspectors on trains?

Rail employees visually inspect each train before departure in accordance with those standards. If a car does not meet those standards, railroads make appropriate repairs to ensure safety.

Can I get a digital Railcard if I have a plastic one?

Can I have a plastic and digital version of my Railcard? Unfortunately you can only have one version of your Railcard – either plastic or digital. Once you have purchased your Railcard you cannot change the type of Railcard you have.

Do you have to carry your Railcard with you at all times during the journey in order to qualify for the discount?

About National Railcards 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 you use a Railcard without the 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.

Are railcards only for UK residents?

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. Buy in person at a staffed railway station (each railcard is different, so it is best to check beforehand with Railcard Help to see if there are any documents that you will need to bring with you).

Do you have to present your 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 put a physical Railcard on my phone?

Unfortunately you can only have one version of your Railcard – either plastic or digital.

Do I need a physical copy of my Railcard?

Using your Railcard You can get your Railcard in a digital format to be stored in the National Rail Railcard app on your phone or tablet, or as a physical card. You can use your Railcard to buy tickets online, at a ticket office, from a ticket machine, and over the phone.

How do physical railcards work?

If you bought your physical Railcard at a rail station, you must carry your separate 16-25 Photocard that was issued at the time of purchase (or where appropriate a 'Permit to travel without Photocard') and you must present this in any circumstance where you present your physical Railcard (i.e. when buying tickets and ...

Do they check Railcard reddit?

You don't need to show the Railcard when entering/exiting the station, but will need to show it if there is someone checking tickets.

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 I use my boyfriends Railcard?

No. The Railcard is for your use only, and provides discounts only on tickets bought for your own use. It does not cover anyone accompanying you.