Your Senior Railcard gets you 1/3 off Standard and First Class Anytime, Off-Peak and Advance fares. And because there’s no limit to the number of times you can use your Railcard, the potential for adventure is huge.
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.
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.
What does a Railcard entitle you to?
Railcards allow you to save up to 33% off most rail fares, including discounts on Advance Purchase tickets. There are eight different railcards available. There are also a number of Regional Railcards – for more information please see the below links; 16-25 Railcard (previously Young persons Railcard)
Can I travel anytime with a Senior Railcard?
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.
How much is a Senior Railcard 2022?
Senior Railcard
The smart way to save money on your rail travel for anyone aged 60 and over. Costing just £30 a year, the Senior Railcard saves you 1/3 on all Off-Peak journeys offering you immediate savings. Even better, value is the 3-year Railcard at only £70.
Are Railcards going up in 2022?
Government caps rail fare increases in 2022 and delays the rise in prices until March to allow passengers more time to buy cheaper flexible and season tickets at the existing rate. Next year’s rail fare rise will be 3.8%, below the current retail price inflation of 7.1%.
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 use my Senior Railcard on the London Underground?
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 train tickets can you buy with a Railcard?
You can purchase tickets for yourself and up to three adults travelling with you and they will also get up to 1/3 off their rail fare. Plus, you can take up to four children (aged 5 to 15 years) with you and save 60% on each child fare.
How much of a discount do you get with a Railcard?
1/3 off
With a Railcard you can get 1/3 off the price of most train fares.
Can I use my Senior Railcard before 10am?
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.
Can you go anywhere with a Railcard?
Can I use the Railcard to travel anywhere? A: YES! It is valid yo travel throughout Great Britain so you can use the Railcard to buy tickets anywhere across the National Rail network. Can you get a 26-30 Railcard when you’re 31?
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.
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.
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.
Can I use my Senior Railcard with Trainline?
Your digital Senior Railcard is added to your Trainline account, so you can access it on any compatible device you travel with. Please be aware that the minimum Operating System (OS) required for your Senior Railcard is iOS 13.4 and above or Lollipop on Android.
Can I use a Senior Railcard with a Two Together Railcard?
Both of you must travel using the Two Together, so can’t be used if you’ll travel individually. The Senior card can be used at any time, whereas Two Together can’t be used to buy tickets for travel before 9.30am weekdays. The senior railcard has restrictions on some peak time travel.
Can I use my Senior Railcard and my Oyster card?
Senior Railcard
If you’re 60 or over, you can get 1/3 discount on off-peak pay as you go travel. Add your discount to an Oyster card. You can also buy discounted Off-Peak Day Travelcards to travel: At any time on weekends and public holidays.
Why is my Railcard not giving me a discount?
Why wasn’t my Railcard discount applied? Railcards offer you up to 1/3 discount on your train tickets, but discounts won’t be applied in the following scenarios: The Railcard does not apply to the route you’re travelling on. For example, the Network Railcard is only valid for journeys in the South East of England.
How can I get a free Railcard?
Through a student bank account
One of the main ways that students are able to get a free 16-25 railcard is through student bank accounts. Many banks offer similar student accounts so try to differentiate themselves from other banks by offering a free railcard. One of the main banks to offer such a perk is Santander.