Railcards

A railcard can save you 1/3 off many tickets – and there’s a wide range of railcards to choose from.

Important notice: If you’re having trouble buying a Railcard online and you’re due to travel shortly, you can buy most 1-year Railcards at any staffed National Rail ticket office (see individual Railcard websites for details). If you’re having issues with your existing Railcard, please contact the Railcard Team on Twitter, Facebook, 0345 3000 250 or railcardhelp@nationalrail.co.uk. For more info please visit: www.railcard.co.uk.

A railcard can save you up to 1/3 off a wide variety of tickets, including some of those bought for journey’s using Southern Railway. Most Railcards cost £30 for a year and can be purchased online or from your local station.

Find out all about the different types of Railcards and see which one suits you best using the handy information below.

If you have a Key Smartcard with keyGo, you can also add your Railcard to your keyGo account. Easily Pay-as-you-go with your Key Smartcard, and we will discount your fare on your keyGo journeys.

Veterans railcard

Save 1/3 on rail fares with a Veterans Railcard. Nominate a travel companion and they'll get 1/3 off when travelling with you, plus up to 4 children save 60%

Find out more about the Veterans railcard

16-17 Saver

A new card offering a 50% discount for 16-17 year-olds is now on sale. If you hold a 16-17 Saver you can now purchase single and return tickets online

Find out more about the 16-17 Saver

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Family and Friends railcard

If you’re travelling in a group with children, the Family and Friends railcard is ideal, as you can get 1/3 off rail fares to travel across Britain.

Find out more about the Family and Friends railcard

Disabled Persons railcard

If you have a disability that makes train travel difficult, you will be able to get a Disabled Persons Railcard.

Find out more about the Disabled Persons railcard

16-25 Railcard

Regularly commute to school, college or work? This Railcard is perfect if you are aged between 16 and 25, or if you’re a full-time student over 25 years old.

Find out more about the 16-25 Railcard