What Is a Network Railcard?
The Network Railcard offers discounts on rail fares for those within its designated area (shown below). You must be 16 and over to apply for a Network Railcard, which offers 1/3 off yours and up to 3 other adults' rail fares, as well as 60% off the fares of up to 4 children (aged 5-15).
The Railcard is usable during off-peak weekdays and anytime on weekends and public holidays.
How Much Does a Network Railcard Cost?
Priced at £30, a Network Railcard provides one year of travel savings.
What Areas Does Network Railcard Cover?
@National Rail. "London & the South East rail services", May 2023, https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
The Network Railcard covers London and the South East of England, stretching as far West as Reading, as far North as Cambridge, and as far South as Brighton. The exact coverage area can be found on the official Network Railcard website or by referring to the map provided with the railcard.
The Network Railcard is valid for travel on various train operators, including c2c, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midland Railway, Gatwick Express, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Heathrow Connect, Heathrow Express, London North Western Railway, LNER, London Overground, Southeastern, Southern, South Western Railway, Stansted Express, TfL Rail, Thameslink, Avanti West, and more.
Network Railcard Restrictions
The Network Railcard is not valid before 10 am on weekdays (except during July and August). Additionally, there may be some blackout dates and restrictions during peak travel periods. Always refer to specific terms and conditions for additional restrictions.
How To Get the Network Railcard
All Railcards are also available to purchase through the Trip.com app. To purchase a Railcard, you will need: 1. Proof of age (UK driving licence/provisional licence, passport, or EEA national ID card) 2. A high-quality digital passport-style photo of yourself 3. Debit or credit card for payment
Step 01
Open the Trip.com app and tap "Trains" at the top of the homepage
Step 02
Tap "Buy a Railcard" at the bottom of the page
Step 03
Sign in to your Trip.com account and select a Railcard type that is right for you
Step 04
Enter your personal information and purchase
Step 05
Tap "My Railcards" to view your Railcard
Step 06
Add your Railcard when booking train tickets to enjoy discounts
- With your railcard, you can get 1/3 off your train tickets anywhere - not just with Trip.com.
- Digital Railcards are also locked to your account, so they can be stored on any devices you use.
Why Buy a Network Railcard on ?
All Together Now
Avoid swapping between apps when travelling by having your train tickets and Railcards all in one place.
Keep Your Card Safe
When you add a digital Railcard to your Trip.com account, it can be stored on any devices you use, so you never worry about forgetting or misplacing your Railcards.
Available at Any Time
Trip.com works hard to offer a one-stop service for our users' train travel. By adding a digital Railcard to your Trip.com account, you'll find your railcard is right where it needs to be, for example, when the ticket inspector is coming.
Regular Discounts from Trip,com
Enjoy frequent, exclusive discounts when you buy your digital Railcard on the
Book Cheaper Train Tickets With
Digital Railcards offers a cost-effective solution for travellers on popular train routes, such as those to London and Manchester. By digital railcards you can save more on your train fares.
Senior Railcard
Trains from London to Edinburgh
£53.90£35.93Save £17.97 with a Senior Railcard
16-25 Railcard
Trains from London to Manchester
£33.50£22.33Save £11.17 with a 16–25 Railcard
Network Railcard
Trains from Manchester to London
£33.50£22.33Save £11.17 with a Network Railcard
26-30 Railcard
Trains from London to Glasgow
£77.20£51.47Save £25.73 with a 26–30 Railcard