26–30 Railcard

Get 1/3 off most train fares across Britain, including Advance tickets. Perfect for city breaks, big nights out and weekend getaways!

Cost: £35 for 1 year
Average savings: £281 per year

When you can use it

Full 1/3 discount:
- Weekends and Bank Holidays (anytime)
- Monday-Friday after 10am
Before 10am on weekdays:
- The Railcard is valid but has a £12 minimum fare
- Fares discounted below £12 won’t be valid before 10am
- Exception: There’s no minimum fare or time restriction for Advance tickets
See the full 26-30 Railcard terms for details.

Where it’s valid

All National Rail services across Britain, except for Caledonian Sleeper.
London Underground (Tube) and DLR in some cases, for example if you’re crossing London on a longer journey or buying a London Travelcard.
Can be applied to an Oyster card for cheaper off-peak journeys around London on National Rail, Underground and DLR services. See here for full details.

Who it’s for

Anyone aged 26-30 at the time of purchase
- You don’t have to be a UK resident – visitors can get one too.
- You just need proof of age, e.g. a driving licence or passport.
Expiry:
- Once you’ve bought your 26-30 Railcard, you can still use it if you turn 31 before it expires.
- You can buy a 1-year Railcard until the day before your 31st birthday.
- You can continue getting discounts after you turn 31, with a Family & Friends Railcard, Two Together Railcard or Network Railcard.
The 26-30 Railcard only covers the named cardholder, and you’ll have to provide a clear photo. If you want to get a discount when travelling with family or friends, why not take a look at the other Railcards you can get?

What fares it discounts

Yes (1/3 off):
- Standard class Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets, including Day Travelcards for London, and equivalent tickets like Evening Out or Sunday Out
- Standard and first class Advance tickets
- Most Ranger tickets and Rover tickets (e.g. All Line Rover, Thames Branches Day Ranger)
- PlusBus tickets for local bus travel
No:
- Season tickets (weekly, monthly, annual or Flexi Seasons)
- Caledonian Sleeper, Eurostar or heritage railway services
- Underground and DLR (except in the specific circumstances mentioned above)

26-30 Railcard