16-17 Saver

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16-17 Saver

Benefits of the 16-17 Saver

50% off Most Rail Fares

You can enjoy 50% off Standard Anytime, Standard Off-peak, Standard Super Off-Peak and Season tickets at any time of the day.

No Minimum Fare

Unlike other railcards, the 16-17 Saver does not have a minimum fare requirement, meaning you can use it for discounted fares on even the cheapest train tickets.

No Time Restrictions

You can enjoy the 16-17 Saver discount on most rail fares throughout the entire year, without any limitations on time.

Save 1/2 on the National Rail Services With the 16-17 Saver

The 16-17 Saver helps young adults and college students save money on train journeys. It offers discounted fares for trips into town, days out to the coast, travel to college, or weekend festivals. You can use it as many times as you need.
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16-17 Saver Cost

£30 for one year
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16-17 Saver Discounts

50% off most rail fares
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16-17 Saver Eligibility

Everyone aged 16-17

Ticket Types and Time Restrictions of the 16-17 Saver

The 16-17 Saver Discount Is Applicable to These Train Ticket Types

Standard and Season tickets

Standard Anytime tickets (Day, Single or Return)

Standard Off-Peak (Day, Single and Return)

Standard Super Off-Peak tickets (Day, Single and Return)

Standard Advance

Season tickets

Around London

Gatwick Express, Stansted Express and Heathrow Express

Other Travels

Most Rail Rovers fares

1/3 off PlusBus day tickets

16-17 Saver vs. 16-25 Railcard

About the 16-17 Saver

The 16-17 Saver Railcard offers a 50% discount on Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance, and Season tickets, allowing for travel at any time of the day. Please note that the 16-17 Saver Railcard does not provide discounts on First Class tickets or other special ticket types.

Price:

£30 for one year

Discounts:

Save 50% on rail fares

Eligibilities:

Aged 16-17

Travel Times:

Any time of the day

Ticket Types:

Standard Anytime

Standard Off-Peak

Standard Advance

Season tickets

Applicable for UK Tube?

No

About the 16-25 Railcard

The 16-25 Railcard, also known as the Young Persons Railcard, is primarily designed for leisure travel and provides a 1/3 discount on Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance, as well as Standard and First Class Advance tickets.

Prices:

£30 for one year and £70 for three years

Discounts

Save 1/3 on rail fares

Eligibilities:

Aged 16-25 and mature students aged 26+

Travel Times:

Any time of the day

Ticket Types:

Standard Anytime

Standard Off-Peak

Standard Advance

Standard and First Class Advance tickets

Oyster Cards

Applicable for UK Tube?

Yes

Benefits of Buying the 16-17 Saver With TrainPal

Simplify Your Travel

Get Railcards and tickets in one app. You can manage your train tickets and Railcards in your TrainPal Account. No need to switch between apps or search for your physical Railcard.

Use Without Worries

A digital Railcard can be stored in your TrainPal Account, so you never have to worry about forgetting or losing it. It is protected by a PIN or password, which helps to prevent unauthorised use.

Instant Access

You can purchase a digital Railcard with TrainPal at any time, and it can be used immediately after purchase.

Environmentally Friendly

Digital Railcards eliminate the need for paper-based tickets, which reduces waste and helps to protect the environment.

How To Use a Digital 16-17 Saver on TrainPal?

Download TrainPal App and follow 6 easy steps to enjoy with your Railcard.

Open the TrainPal App and click "Railcard" at the bottom of the homepage
Step 1
Open the TrainPal App and click "Railcard" at the bottom of the homepage
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Sign in to your TrainPal account on the app and select a Railcard that best suits you.
Step 2
Sign in to your TrainPal account on the app and select a Railcard that best suits you.
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Choose "Buy alone", enter your first and last name (and date of birth), apply your promocode to enjoy the discount.
Step 3
Choose "Buy alone", enter your first and last name (and date of birth), apply your promocode to enjoy the discount.
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Upload a digital passport-style photo for your Railcard from your phone, some cards also require verification of your ID
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Upload a digital passport-style photo for your Railcard from your phone, some cards also require verification of your ID
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You’ll find your Railcard in the Account tab of the app. Please make sure you're signed into the app with the same account you used to buy your Railcard
Step 5
You’ll find your Railcard in the Account tab of the app. Please make sure you're signed into the app with the same account you used to buy your Railcard
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Enter your departure and arrival station, select the start date of your ticket and the number of people travelling, then add your new Railcard to use.
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Enter your departure and arrival station, select the start date of your ticket and the number of people travelling, then add your new Railcard to use.

FAQs About the 16-17 Saver

What Is a 16-17 Saver Railcard?

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The 16-17 Saver Railcard is a discount card available to 16 and 17-year-olds in the United Kingdom. It offers a 50% discount on Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance, and Season tickets, allowing for travel at any time of the day.
The Railcard costs £30 and is valid for one year. It can be used to save money on train travel across the UK, making it an excellent option for students and young people who frequently use the train for commuting or leisure travel.

Can I Use a 16-17 Saver on the London Underground (the Tube)?

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The discounts offered by the 16-17 Saver are invalid for:
Oyster pay as you go daily price cap for journeys on on National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway
Oyster pay as you go single fares for trips on National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway
London Day Travelcards within Zones 1-9
Travelcard Season tickets within Zones 1-9
Tickets exclusively for travel on the London Underground and Docklands Light Railway

What Happens to My 16-17 Railcard When I Turn 18?

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This railcard stops working once you become 18 so you might be better off getting a 16-25 Railcard.

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Frequently asked questions

What are digital Railcards?

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Digital Railcards which allow you to purchase discounted tickets for eligible train services. Digital Railcards can be used to save money on tickets. We welcome the use of eligible digital Railcards when you are buying your train tickets with us. These can be applied to your purchase within our booking service. There are a number of digital Railcards that you can use in Great Britain.

How do I use a Railcard?

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Once you've purchased a Railcard using the TrainPal app, tap "Download" to store your Railcard on your device. After applying your Railcard to a booking, sign in to your account and show your Railcard to the train conductor when asked. If you purchased a Railcard from another platform, carry it with you and show it when asked.

What happens if I lose my device?

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In the unfortunate scenario where you lose your device, you can simply download your digital Railcard to a new device.

How do I renew my Railcard online?

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It's super easy! If your Railcard is expiring in the next 30 Days, or has already expired you will see a button to "Renew" in TrainPal APP. Click on "Renew" and follow the steps, you can renew your Railcard with a couple of clicks. You won't need to type in your ID number or upload your photo again ( except for Two Together Railcard holder want to change the second card holder).

How do I add a Railcard?

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Regardless of whether your Railcard was purchased from TrainPal or another platform, you can add it when searching for tickets.

Can I claim a refund if I don't use my Railcard?

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No. Unfortunately, once a railcard has been issued it is non-refundable.

Why has my Railcard been blocked?

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If we detect suspicious activity on your Railcard, it will be blocked until we have had the chance to speak to you.
During this period, your Railcard will no longer be valid for travel.
If your Railcard has been blocked, you will need to contact us so that we can better understand the activity that has caused your Railcard to be blocked.
Please follow these four easy steps:
Step 1: Login to our app
Step 2: Find your blocked Railcard.
Step 3: Select ‘Contact us’.
Step 4: Describe your circumstances and submit.

Am I eligible to renew my Railcard?

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Senior/Network/Family Railcards: You can renew your Railcard if the card status is Action or Expired.
16-17 Saver: If you are still 17, you can renew your 16-17 Saver online. Your 16-17 Saver will be valid up until the day before your 18th birthday.However, if you are approaching your 18th birthday, then you may want to consider purchasing the 16-25 Railcard as it may provide you discounts for a longer period.
16-25 Railcard: You can renew your Railcard if the valid date of your current card is before your 26th Birthday. If you are not aged 16-25 currently, you are not eligible to renew 16-25 Railcard. However, you can consider phurchase a 26-30 Railcards.
26-31 Railcard: You can renew your Railcard if the valid date of your current card is before your 31th Birthday. If you are not aged 26-31 currently,you are not eligible to renew 26-30 Railcard. However, you can consider phurchase Two Together, Family or Network Railcards.

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