Will they check my Railcard?
Will they check my Railcard? 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 you smile in Railcard?
You are allowed to smile in the photo's if you want to, but it's not compulsory! Seriously, they need to be passport sized, but there are no restrictions on smiling.
What happens if you lose your family and friends Railcard?
Don't worry it can be replaced. You are entitled to apply for one replacement in the event of loss or damage.
Can friends and family use my Railcard?
Two adults can be named as cardholders on your Family & Friends Railcard. The two adults don't need to travel together but you do need to be travelling with at least one child between the ages of 5 and 15 to be eligible for the discount.
Do they check railcards in London?
They check tickets on trains in Britain with a variety of methods. Before boarding a train in the UK, generally you need to have a valid ticket or proof that you have paid for your journey with a smart card or contactless card.
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 they scan railcards on trains?
I'm just wondering if the barcode gets scanned by the train conductor, will he know that the original ticket had a railcard? Yes, they will.
Do they check if you have a Railcard?
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.
Do all railcards need a photo?
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 share my Railcard on Trainline?
The Railcard is associated to only the email address it was purchased under and it can be shown on the account holders Trainline App. The Railcard can not be shown on the other cardholders account, but we hope that doesn't matter as you both need to travel together anyway.
What happens if you say you have a Railcard but don t?
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 use my Railcard as a ticket?
Using your Railcard You can use your Railcard to buy tickets online, at a ticket office, from a ticket machine, and over the phone. When you enter a journey into our Journey Planner, you can add the number and type of Railcards you wish to use.
How do you get away with no 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. However, a train company will normally allow you to claim back this extra expense on the first occasion in each year where this happens.
Do trains have cameras on them?
Yes, trains in the United States and many in Great Britain do feature a type of security camera inside the cabs and externally as well. Also called onboard surveillance cameras, there is a multitude of reasons why each type of train features them on its exterior and interior.
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.