Whether you want to make the most of your retirement, or just a weekend away, the Senior Railcard is a great way to save money if you’re over 60.
Whether you want to make the most of your retirement or just a weekend away, the Senior Railcard is a great way to save money if you’re over 60.
Over 60 railcard benefits include saving you 1/3 on off-peak tickets.
You can also save on special offers with your railcard, like 2FOR1 entry offers at many UK attractions and money off dining in London.
The Senior Railcard costs just £30 a year, or £70 for the three-year card - saving you £20.
People with a Senior Railcard save on average £76 per year.
You can apply online or download an application form and apply at a staffed station. You will require some proof of eligibility ((UK Driving Licence, Passport, EEA National Identity card).
A passport-size photo is required for digital railcards.
Yes, you will need to complete the application form and provide some proof of eligibility. You can buy at the station from the day of your 60th Birthday
If you are renewing your Railcard, you will need to fill in the application form, and show your existing Railcard. This is automatically accepted as proof of your age.
If you are applying online for a physical railcard you should allow 5 working days for your application to be processed and have your railcard posted to you. You can also pay for Special Delivery service if you would like your railcard to be delivered within two days. Digital railcards and those bought at the station can be obtained on the same day.
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*Savings are available when purchasing an Advance ticket, compared with the equivalent non-Advance ticket. Subject to availability, selected South Western Railway routes only. Advance Purchase tickets must be purchased before 23:59 on the day prior to travel. Due to the limited availability, book early to avoid disappointment. **2FOR1 Terms and Conditions apply. Please check before travel. † SWR price promise: For direct bookings between stations made through SWR website or app. Claims must be received by South Western Railway no later than 24 hours after you purchased your train ticket(s) on our app or website. Tickets must be for the same date, time, origin, destination and ticket type and the full journey must be undertaken on South Western Railway trains. Full T&Cs and Claim form can be found here.
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