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16-25 Railcard

Nikkisun
Nikkisun Posts: 1,330 Forumite
My son will be 16 in a couple of weeks and needs to make a train journey on his 16th birthday. Can he apply for a 16-25 railcard before his birthday so he has it to use on the day?
xxx Nikki xxx

Comments

  • ... You use to be able to purchase one on day of travel - can you not do that now?
  • Nikkisun
    Nikkisun Posts: 1,330 Forumite
    Thanks - will check at the station to see if he can do that.
    xxx Nikki xxx
  • No problem, you could always email or call them too;
    [EMAIL="help@railcards-online.co.uk"]help@railcards-online.co.uk[/EMAIL] or call 08448 714036 Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
  • Quentin
    Quentin Posts: 40,405 Forumite
    They are issued immediately at station ticket offices (as long as you have all the right docs with you!)

    Also he could buy the ticket now on line at railcard prices which might mean he can take advantage of advanced fares.
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