26-30 Railcard for 1/3 Discount on UK Train Travel
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What Is a 26-30 Railcard?
The 26-30 Railcard provides a 1/3 discount on most UK rail fares for those aged 26-30.
26-30 Railcards can only be purchased online, are valid for one year and costs only £30. There is no limit to the number of times you can use the Railcard, and 26-30 Railcard holders save £238 on Anytime, Off-Peak, Advance tickets and Season Tickets on average per year.*
The 26-30 Railcard is ideal for everyone aged 26-30, including young professionals, graduates and those who enjoy weekend getaways.
Note that there is a cheapest fare of £12 for all journeys made between 4:30 am and 9:59 am from Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).
For an in-depth breakdown of eligibility and terms of use, see below.
How to Get a 26-30 Railcard?
You can purchase your Railcard (1-year) through the Trip.com app, as shown below.
What do I need on-hand when buying my Railcard?
Identification proof (valid passport, UK driving licence or EEA national identity card)
A high-quality digital passport-style photo of yourself
A debit or credit card for payment
Step 1: Open the Trip.com app and tap "Trains" at the top of the homepage
Step 2: Tap "Buy a Railcard" at the bottom of the page
Step 3: Sign in to your Trip.com account and select the right Railcard for you
Step 4: Enter your personal information (including name, date of birth and a passport-style photo) and purchase
Step 5: You can now tap ‘My Railcards’ to view your new Railcard
Step 6: Make sure to add your Railcard when booking train tickets digitally (or select it if buying tickets physically) to enjoy discounts.
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Where Can You Travel With a 26-30 Railcard?
26-30 Railcard Restrictions
The 26-30 Railcard offers a 1/3 discount on most Off-Peak rail fares for travel across the UK. Below, you will find information on tickets, time restrictions, and the cheapest fares available.
Note that Railcard discounts only apply to the cheapest fare of £12 for all journeys made between 4:30 and 10 am, Mon – Fri (excludes public holidays and July and August).
| Ticket Type | Available | Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Anytime (Day, Single & Return) | | - |
| Standard & Super Off-Peak (Day, Single & Return) | | - |
| Standard & First Class Advance | | These tickets need to be booked before you travel. |
| Oyster Cards | | Oyster Off-Peak pay as you go Daily Price Cap and Off-Peak pay as you go single fares for journeys on National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway |
| Anytime Day Travelcards | | When bought as part of your ticket to London from outside London Zones 1-9 (subject to cheapest fare of £22.60) |
| Hop-on, Hop-off | | Available on PLUSBUS tickets and most Rail Rover fares |
| Express Trains to Airport | | Discounts apply Gatwick Express, Stansted Express, and Heathrow Express |
| Combined Rail/Sea Journeys | | Discounts are available on some rail/sea journeys with Wightlink and Red Funnel Ferries to stations on the Isle of Wight and Hovertravel services to and from Ryde Hoverport* |
| Eurostar | | - |
| Season tickets | | Including Travelcard Season tickets |
| Caledonian Sleeper | | - |
| First Class | | Except First Class Advance and Weekend First for some train companies, as mentioned above |
26-30 Railcard FAQs
How long does it take to get a 26-30 Railcard?
Once you purchase the Railcard on the Trip.com app, you'll be able to use it immediately. Make sure you prepare your proof of age, a high-quality digital passport-style photo of yourself, and debit or credit card when purchasing the Railcard to make the process as easy as possible.What is the difference between a 16-25 and 26-30 Railcard?
Other than the age groups they are available for, there are very few differences between these Railcards. They both offer 1/3 off the price of UK train tickets with identical restrictions for travel routes and times.However, a key difference is that the 16‐25 Railcard in 1-year and 3-year variants, whereas the 26-30 Railcard is only available as a 1-year Railcard. Those with 26-30 Railcards also tend to save more on average (£238) in comparison to 16-25 Railcard holders (£182).Can you get a 26-30 Railcard when you are 30?
Yes, You can buy it up to and including the day before your 31st birthday and keep using it until its expiry date.Can I get a 3-year 26-30 Railcard?
No, the 26-30 Railcard is only available for 1 year.
When can I use my 26-30 Railcard?
You can use the 26-30 Railcard anytime on weekends, public holidays and during the week. However, if you travel between 04:30 and 09:59 Monday to Friday, a cheapest fare of £12.00 will apply.How do you use a 26-30 Railcard?
You can add your Railcard to a maximum of two devices at any given time. When entering the station, you can either scan the QR code on your phone or present it to railway staff if required.How do you add a 26-30 Railcard to your Oyster card?
To link your Oyster cards and Railcards, you need to take your Oyster card and valid Railcard to a London Underground station and ask a member of staff to set the discount for you. You can also get the discount set at Oyster Ticket Shops and Visitor Centres.Can you use the 26-30 Railcard on the London Underground?
Yes, after adding your Railcard to an Oyster card, you can save 1/3 on Single Off-Peak pay as you go fares for London Underground and Docklands Light Railway services in London.Can anyone else use my 26-30 Railcard?
No, If a member of rail staff is unable to validate that the person on your Railcard is you, the Train Companies reserve the right to charge you the full price Standard Single fare and, in some cases, an additional penalty fare.Does the 26-30 Railcard work during Peak times?
Yes, you can use this Railcard at any time for Peak and Off-Peak travel, as long as you meet the cheapest fare of £12 between 04:30 and 9:59 Monday to Friday.Where can you use a 26-30 Railcard?
Both the UK rail network and London Underground lines accept this Railcard, offering a 1/3 discount. Accepted train ticket types include Standard Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak Single and Return tickets, as well as Standard Class and First Class Advance tickets throughout Britain. Additionally, adding your Railcard to an Oyster card means you get 1/3 off Off-Peak rail travel around London when using it.
When can you renew a 26-30 Railcard?
You can renew your 26-30 Railcard before your 31st birthday, providing it is due to expire within 30 days. However, if you are over the age of 30, you can only choose alternative Railcards, including the 16-25 Railcard.How can I renew a 26-30 Railcard?
You can renew your 26-30 Railcard online within 30 days before it expires and before your 31st birthday. The specific steps are as follows.
Click ‘My Railcards’ on the Trip.com app
Click ‘Renew’ under your expired or soon to expired Railcard
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