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Save money on train travel with discounted railcards

UK Railcards: Save Money on Train Travel

Discover the best UK railcards to save money on your train journeys. Whether you're a student, senior, family, or frequent traveler, there's a railcard to suit your needs. Enjoy discounted fares and special offers across the UK rail network with our comprehensive guide to railcards.

Explore various types of railcards including the 16-25 Railcard, Senior Railcard, Family & Friends Railcard, Two Together Railcard, and more. Each railcard offers unique benefits and savings, making train travel more affordable for everyone.

Learn how to apply for a railcard, understand the eligibility criteria, and find out how much you can save on your train tickets. With a railcard, you can enjoy up to one-third off most rail fares, making it easier to explore the UK by train.

Stay updated with the latest information on railcard prices, validity periods, and special promotions. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or regular commutes, a railcard is an essential tool for budget-conscious travelers looking to make the most of their train journeys.

Looking for ways to save on train travel? Our railcards section offers a variety of discounts and special deals to help you get the most out of your journeys. From seasonal offers to exclusive discounts, find the perfect railcard to suit your travel needs and budget.

We also offer insights into train ticket codes, fare structures, restriction codes and how to make the most of your travel budget with our expert tips and advice.

Available Railcards

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16-17 Saver

50% discount on Standard class Adult tickets for 16 or 17 year old's

Ref: SAV

16-25 Railcard

Aged 16-25 or a full time student aged 26 or over? Save 1/3 off most standard class rail fares throughout Great Britain with a 16-25 Railcard.

Ref: YNG

18 Saver Railcard

50% discount on applicable Standard Class journeys on journeys set by Transport for Wales Rail Services within a defined geographical area for 18 year olds (no minimum fare will apply).

Ref: W18

26-30 Railcard

Aged 26-30? Save 1/3 off most standard class rail fares throughout Great Britain with a 26-30 Railcard.

Ref: TST

Annual Gold Card

If you buy an Annual Season ticket or Annual Travelcard in the South of England, you may qualify for an Annual Gold Card which offer discounts on leisure rail travel  for up to 4 adults and 4 children travelling together.

Ref: NGC

Annual Season as Railcard (Transport for Wales)

Entitles holders of an Annual Season Ticket to a 33.4% discount for themselves and up to one accompanying Adult on applicable Off-Peak Standard Class Day Return journeys on selected Transport for Wales Rail Services.

Ref: WSH

Cambrian Railcard (Transport for Wales)

1/3 off rail travel on the Cambrian Lines

Ref: CRC

Club 50 Web - ScotRail

A new ScotRail membership club called Club 50, for customers aged 50 and over, giving them access to great rail offers on journeys inside Scotland, plus additional benefits.20% discount on selected Off-Peak and Advance fares when purchased via the ScotRail website.10% discount on selected Off-Peak and Advance fares when purchased via other channels.Occasional additional offers from 3rd party partners as advertised on the ScotRail website.Occasional additional promotional rail offers.

Ref: OC5

Cotswold Line Railcard (GWR)

Discounted Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets between Worcester and Oxford

Ref: CTC

Dales Railcard

Purchase a Dales Railcard and save 1/3rd on the cost of Anytime / Off-Peak Single / Return tickets and the Settle & Carlisle Line Day Ranger.Valid on trains timed to depart from 08:15 Monday to Friday and at all times weekends and Bank Holidays.

Ref: DRD

Devon & Cornwall Railcard

Reduced rail travel across Devon and Cornwall.

Ref: DCR

Devon and Cornwall Gold Card

Reduced rail travel across Devon and Cornwall.

Ref: DCG

Disabled Persons Railcard

If you are disabled, you can buy a Disabled Railcard for only £20 or £54. Save 1/3 on Standard and First Class rail fares

Ref: DIS

Esk Valley Railcard

Discounted fares for local residents travelling on the Esk Valley Railway between Middlesbrough and Whitby

Ref: EVC

Family & Friends Railcard

Travelling with kids? Get 1/3 off adult fares and 60% off kids fares with a Family & Friends Railcard.

Ref: FAM

Heart of Wales Railcard

The Railcard is valid for journeys between Swansea/Llanelli to Shrewsbury via Llandrindod Wells and is available to residents, aged 16 or over, of selected postcodes along the route of the Heart of Wales Line.Postcodes: SA5 4, SA4 0, SA4 6, SA4 4, SA4 8, SA4 9, SA14 9, SA15 2, SA15 3, SA15 1, SA14 8, SA4 8, SA4 6, SA14 6, SA18 3, SA18 2, SA18 1, SA19 6, SA19 7, SA19 9, SA19 8, SA20 0, LD4 4, LD5 4, LD2 3, LD1 5, LD6 5, LD1 6, LD8 2, LD7 1, SY7 8, SY7 0, SY9 5, SY7 9Discounts available:Adult: 1/3 off rail journeysChildren: Accompanying children may travel for a flat fare of £2.00 and there is no minimum fareTicket Types: Standard Day Return (SDR), Cheap Day Return (CDR)  and Saver Return (SVR) ticket types. There is no minimum fare on SDR, CDR and SVR ticket types  

Ref: HOW

Highland Railcard

An annual railcard for Highland residents which entitles holders to 50% off local rail travel

Ref: HRC

HM Forces Railcard

Discounted fares for HM Forces personnel, spouses and dependent children aged 16 or 17.

Ref: HMF

MyCumbria Card

Discount of 34% will apply to MyCumbria card holders for journeys operated by Northern and TransPennine Express wholly within Cumbria and will also be valid to / from Carnforth, Lancaster and Silverdale in Lancashire.

Ref: CUR

Network Railcard

When you travel in the Network Railcard area with your Railcard, you and up to 3 additional adults can enjoy 1/3 off most rail fares while up to 4 children between 5 and 15 get a whopping 60% off theirs when they travel with you.

Ref: NEW

Pembrokeshire Railcard

An annual railcard for residents in Pembrokeshire which entitles holders to 1/3 off local rail travel

Ref: PBR

Rhonnda Railacrd

50% off travel on Transport for Wales during Metro transformation works

Ref: RRC

Scottish Youth Railcard

Reduced rail travel with the Young Scot National Entitlement card

Ref: WYM

Senior Railcard

Aged 60 or over? Save 1/3 on most rail fares throughout Great Britain with a Senior Railcard.

Ref: SNR

Student Railcard (Transport for Wales)

This Railcard entitles holders to a 1/3 off Standard Class journeys (non-Season Tickets) and a 10% discount on Standard Class Season Tickets on selected journeys priced by Transport for Wales Rail Services (no minimum fare will apply).

Ref: WSC

Two Together Railcard

The new Two Together Railcard gives two named adults 1/3 off rail fares when they travel together by train.

Ref: K8P

Valleys Senior Railcard

Discounted rail travel on the Valley Lines network in South Wales

Ref: VLS

Valleys Student Railcard

Discounted rail travel along key Valleys and Cardiff local routes.

Ref: VSW

Veterans Railcard

Save 1/3 off most Standard and First Class rail fares throughout Great Britain with a Veterans Railcard.

Ref: VET