Where can I buy one?

Buy online - it's easy!
Your Railcard will be processed within one working day, and sent by First Class post (free of charge).

The first time you buy online you will need a valid passport number or UK driving licence to prove that you're eligible. Your Railcard will be produced as a durable plastic card.

Please ensure that you allow enough time before your journey for your Railcard to reach you. For more information on buying online, please see our FAQs

Please note, 3-year Railcards are available to buy online only.

Or buy at a staffed station ticket office*, or National Rail licensed Travel Agent. To save time, click here to download the form and complete it before you get to the station.

If you're applying for the first time you'll need one of the following to prove your age:

Birth certificate
Passport
Driving licence

You'll also need £26. Stations and agents accept cash, cheques, debit, credit and charge cards or postal orders.

If you're renewing your Railcard then you'll need to complete the application form, and take your existing Railcard, which will automatically be accepted as proof of age.

*Please note that Railcards can not usually be purchased at stations operated by London Underground but which also service some National Rail routes. The exceptions are: Harrow & Wealdstone, Kenton, South Kenton, North Wembley, Wembley Central, Stonebridge Park, Harlesden, Kensal Green Queens Park, Gunnersbury and Kew Gardens.

Or even buy over the phone
Call your nearest Train Company telesales number. For Train Company telesales numbers contact National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50 (calls charged at local rate and may be recorded) or visit www.nationalrail.co.uk.

If you're renewing your Railcard then quote your existing Railcard number and expiry date.

Payment can be made by credit or debit card. If you purchase your Railcard from a Train Company Telesales Centre then you must allow at least 14 days for delivery.