The Veterans Railcard provides rail discounts to ex-armed forces members. If you retired from Her Majesty's Armed Forces (Reserve or Regular) and are no longer eligible for a HM Forces Railcard, this is the railcard for you.
Who is eligible for a Veterans Railcard?
You can claim your veteran railcard if you’ve served at least one day or more in Her Majesty’s Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve) or Merchant Mariners (providing you’ve seen duty on a legally defined military operation).
You will be required to provide evidence of your eligibility when applying for the Veterans Railcard. Some examples of proof include:
- A Veteran or military identification card or certificate
- Proof of an Armed Forces Pension
- Proof of an award under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme
How much can I save with a Veterans Railcard?
A Veterans Railcard gives you 1/3 off Standard and First Class Anytime, Off-Peak and Advance fares on train services throughout Great Britain, when you travel after 09:30 Monday to Friday and any time at weekends and on Public Holidays.
How much is the Veterans Railcard?
A Veteran Railcard costs £30 for one year or £70 for three years. You can use this Railcard during peak times.
Where can I use the Veterans Railcard?
You can use your Veterans Railcard to travel anywhere in Great Britain on the National Rail network.
Where can I buy a Veterans Railcard?
The quickest and easiest way to buy is online.
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Not eligible for a Veterans Railcard? There are a number of other Railcards available, including the options below:
Disabled Persons Railcard
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Two together Railcard
Allowing you and a friend to travel countrywide, saving one-third off all rail fares, as often as you wish. For £35 a year, just £17.50 each, you both can explore, shop, have fun, and much more. The perfect railcard for two people who travel together frequently, ...
Senior Railcard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about buying a Veterans Railcard
You can claim your veteran train card if you’ve served a day in any of Her Majesty’s Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve) or Merchant Mariners (providing you’ve seen duty on a legally defined military operation).
A Veterans Railcard gives you 1/3 off Standard and First Class Anytime, Off-Peak and Advance fares on train services throughout Great Britain, when you travel after 09:30 Monday to Friday and any time at weekends and on Public Holidays.
The Veterans Railcard allows you to save up to 1/3 on eligible train tickets in the UK. This includes Standard and First Class Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak and Advance fares. As well as this, you can also travel with up to four children and save 60% on child train ticket fares.
Yes, you can. As the Railcard holder you can buy tickets for your named companion and up to four children as long as they are all travelling with you. You will be required to show your Railcard when travelling.
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