Better still you can use it almost anytime during the week, weekends and public holidays. The only restriction is morning Peak time services, Monday to Friday (not including public holidays) when journeys are made wholly within the London and South East Network Railcard area.
Can I use my Senior Railcard at any time of day?
Can I use my Senior Railcard at any time of day? A: Your Railcard is not valid during the morning peak period when travelling between two stations in the Network Railcard area of validity. Check locally to confirm morning peak times as these do differ.
Are there time restrictions on senior Railcards?
Time Restrictions:
Your Senior Railcard is NOT valid when travelling between two stations in the Network Railcard area of validity during morning peak time. Morning off-peak services vary by route, so it’s a good idea to check before buying your tickets. Morning peak time restriction does NOT apply on public holidays.
What times can you not use Railcard?
Network Railcard discounts are not valid on tickets for travel before 10.00hrs, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). This time restriction applies to all types of tickets. You can use your Network Railcard to get discounts on tickets for travel at any time on weekends and public holidays.
What are the conditions of a Senior Railcard?
You’re eligible for a Senior Railcard if you are 60 years old or over. You can buy one up to two weeks before your 60th birthday if you buy online, but it’ll only be valid from your birthday onwards. If you buy from a station you cannot buy in advance of your 60th birthday. Buying online is easy.
Can I use my Railcard before 10am?
Yes you can. However, for all journeys made between 4:30am and 10:00am 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.
Can I use Senior Railcard on a Sunday?
Better still you can use it almost anytime during the week, weekends and public holidays. The only restriction is morning Peak time services, Monday to Friday (not including public holidays) when journeys are made wholly within the London and South East Network Railcard area.
Can I use my Railcard during peak times?
Yes, you can. However, a £12 minimum fare applies for all journeys made between 04:30am and 09:59am Monday to Friday, except weekend and on Public Holidays.
Can I use my Senior Railcard anywhere in the UK?
Railcard discounts are available throughout Britain but they are not available on tickets for morning peak period services for journeys wholly within London & South East Network Railcard area on Mondays to Fridays.
Can I travel on the day my Railcard expires?
Yes. Your Railcard is valid up until and including the date shown on your Railcard.
Can I travel anytime with my train ticket?
You can buy Anytime tickets any time before you travel and you can use your ticket to travel on any train. With an Anytime ticket you can also break your journey at stations along the route of travel.
Can I use my Senior Railcard on all trains?
You can use your Railcard on all franchised train operating companies that provide services within England, Scotland and Wales. Railcards do not give discounts on Eurostar services, Charter services, and Heritage Railways unless state otherwise.
Is it worth buying a Senior Railcard?
Your Senior Railcard will save you 1/3 off a wide range of tickets. Why not use our journey planner to see what savings you can make? Your Railcard doesn’t just save you money on travel. It saves you money with our partners too – on days out, museums, hotels and more.
Does a Senior Railcard work on the tube?
London. Senior Railcard holders can also register their Railcard discount onto an Oyster card to get 1/3 off Oyster pay as you go single fares and daily caps on National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway services.
How many adults can travel on a Senior Railcard?
Please visit Family & Friends website for more information. A Network Railcard gives 1/3 off Standard Class rail fares throughout the Network Railcard area for a whole year for up to four Adults and Four children when travelling together.
What is the difference between a Senior Railcard and a Two Together Railcard?
Re: Senior Railcard or Two Together?? You would need two senior railcards at £30 each and normally it is for off peak travel as well. The Two Together railcard costs £30 and covers both of you but you need to travel together.
What times are off peak times?
Super Off-Peak travel times are normally between around 10:00 to 15:30 and from 19:15 onwards Monday to Friday. You can also travel Super Off-Peak during weekends and bank holidays.
Can I use Railcard on bus?
You can get 1/3 off the price of unlimited bus (and tram) travel around town with your Railcard.
Can I use a train ticket an hour early?
Anytime tickets
Just as it says on the tin – these can be used at anytime. Reserve a seat for the train you’d like to travel on.
Can I use my Senior Railcard before 9am?
Your Railcard is not valid during the morning peak period when travelling between two stations in the Network Railcard area of validity. Check locally to confirm morning peak times as these do differ. This restriction does not apply on public holidays.
How do I use my Senior Railcard at the ticket machine?
How do I use it?
- Buying tickets online. Select the Senior Railcard option from the railcards dropdown.
- Using the ticket machine. Once you’ve chosen your route, select the Senior Railcard button.
- In the ticket office. Show your Senior Railcard when buying your ticket.
- On the train.