Each Railcard offers a similar discount - 1/3 off the price of an adult fare, as well as some great discounts for children too. Choosing the right one for you depends on things like your age, where you live, and how you like to travel.
16-17 Saver
16-25 Railcard
26-30 Railcard
Senior Railcard
Two Together Railcard
Family & Friends Railcard
Network Railcard* The average savings are based on the Railcard holders using the Railcard to purchase tickets on TrainPal between April 2021 and March 2022. This calculation excludes the price of the Railcard itself and applies only to selected train fares. For comprehensive information on each Railcard and eligible tickets, please refer to TrainPal's Railcard terms.
** A general saving of £20 is based on subtracting the cost of buying a 3-year Railcard (£70) from the cost of buying three 1-year Railcards (£90).
Railcards cost £30.00 for the whole year, while some are available for a three-year option at £70.00, which means you can save more money (around £23.00 per year).
| Type | Eligibility | Discount | 1-year Price | 3-year Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16-17 Saver | Ages 16-17 | 1/2 Off | £30.00 | - |
| 16-25 Railcard | Ages 16-25 | 1/3 Off | £30.00 | £70.00save £20.00 |
| 26-30 Railcard | Ages 26-30 | 1/3 Off | £30.00 | - |
| Senior Railcard | Ages 60+ | 1/3 Off | £30.00 | £70.00save £20.00 |
| Type | Eligibility | Discount | 1-year Price | 3-year Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Together Railcard |
| 1/3 off for 2 named people travel together | £30.00 £15.00 for each, save £30.00 than buying separately | - |
| Family&Friends Railcard |
| 1/3 off for adult and 60% off for kids | £30.00 £15.00 for each, save £30.00 than buying separately | £70.00save £20.00 |
| Type | Eligibility | Discount | 1-year Price | 3-year Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network Railcard |
| 1/3 off for adult & 60% off for kids in London and the South East of England | £30.00 | - |
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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.
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.
You can purchase a digital Railcard on TrainPal at any time, and it can be used immediately after purchase.
Digital Railcards eliminate the need for paper-based tickets, which reduces waste and helps to protect the environment.
A: You can find the right Railcard that suits you and buy it with TrainPal if you are eligible.
A: Yes. You will be asked to provide a digital passport-style photo.
A: Regardless of whether your Railcard was purchased from TrainPal or another platform, you can add it when searching for tickets.
A: If you book a digital Railcard on TrainPal, you must activate it before you can use it. To do this, you must book a UK train ticket within 30 days.
A: No. Unfortunately, once a Railcard has been issued it is non-refundable.
A: If you lose your device, simply download the TrainPal app on a new device, log into your account, and access your stored Railcard.
A: If we detect suspicious activity on your Railcard, it will be blocked until we can speak with you. During this time, your Railcard will not be valid for travel.\n\nTo resolve this, please follow these steps:
1. Login to our app:
2. Find your blocked Railcard.
3. Select ‘Contact us’.
4. Describe your circumstances and submit.
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