When can I renew my 26-30 Railcard?


When can I renew my 26-30 Railcard? You can renew your 26-30 Railcard online within 30 days before it expired and before your 31st birthday. Simply click 'Renew my Railcard' on the website homepage, enter your log in details, click on 'Renew' under your expired or soon to expired Railcard and follow the instruction on the screen.


What proof do I need for 26-30 Railcard?

You can buy the 26-30 Railcard online only. Simply click 'Buy Now' on the website homepage and follow the instruction on the screen. 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.


How do I get my 26 30 Railcard on my phone?

If you have already purchased a digital 26-30 Railcard, you should have received an email which contains a download code. You will use this download code to add your digital 26-30 Railcard on your phone or device. Click here for a step by step on how to add a digital Railcard to your phone.


Can I buy a Railcard the day before my birthday?

Yes. 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.


What discounts do you get with a 26-30 Railcard?

26-30 Railcard Get 1/3 discount on off-peak pay as you go travel. Add your discount to an Oyster card or 18+ Student Oyster photocard. You can also buy discounted Off-Peak Day Travelcards to travel: At any time on weekends and public holidays.


Can you renew 26-30 Railcard for 3 years?

The 26-30 Railcard is only available for 1 year.


How much does it cost to renew a 26-30 Railcard?

It costs £30 to renew your 26-30 Railcard for one year, and you're eligible to renew up to the day before your 31st birthday.


Is the 26 30 Railcard worth it?

A 26-30 Railcard costs £30 and it'll save you 1/3 on rail fares throughout Great Britain for a whole year, including all Standard and First Class Advance fares. Take a look at all the ticket types you can make savings on.


When can I last buy a 26-30 Railcard?

You can buy a National Rail 26-30 Railcard any time before your 31st birthday and keep using it for a whole year, until its expiry date. These great savings mean you can save money on trips into town, family weekends, getaways or... as many times as you like.


How far in advance can I renew a Railcard?

You can renew your Railcard (digital or plastic) up to 30 days in advance of the expiry date.


Can I renew my Railcard on Trainline?

You'll just need to be logged into your Trainline account, select the Railcard type you want to renew, confirm your details and then pay for your new Railcard.


Can I use my 26 30 Railcard for someone else?

A: 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.


Do I need a photo to renew my Railcard?

Do I need a new photo to renew my Railcard online? No, you won't need to upload a new photo to renew your Railcard online with us. You'll just need to be logged into your Trainline account, select the Railcard type you want to renew, confirm your details and then pay for your new Railcard.


Are railcards only valid after 10am?

You can buy Network Railcard discounted tickets for travel any time on weekends and public holidays or from 10:00am Monday to Friday. You may be able to start your journey a little earlier than 10:00am, see the time restriction easements section for details or check at your local station.