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Save around £303 a year*

What is a Veterans Railcard?

The Veterans Railcard is here to help you save on journeys across Great Britain. Enjoy discounts on train tickets for both you and your loved ones. Save 1/3 on travel for 1 adult companion and get 60% off train tickets for up to 4 kids.

How much can I save?

A Veterans Railcard can save you around £303 each year*. Start with a 1-year Railcard for £35 or get guaranteed saving for years to come with a 3-year Railcard at just £80.

*Annual saving is based on the average savings made by combined Railcard holders between April 2025 and March 2026, excluding price of Railcard. 

Travelling with an adult companion

Add 1 adult companion to your Railcard and get 1/3 off their ticket when they travel with you. Your named companion can’t be added or changed after purchase, but you can add a new companion when you buy a new Railcard.

Am I eligible for a Veterans Railcard?

You can get a Veterans Railcard if you’ve served for at least 1 day in His Majesty’s UK Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve). UK Merchant Mariners who have seen duty on legally-defined military operations are also eligible.

What documents do I need to get my Veterans Railcard?

You’ll need to provide proof of service, like an ID card or pension. Have a look at our eligibility list to see what documents you can use to prove your eligibility.

You will need to provide: A copy of either your military identification card (MOD Form 90), Veterans Recognition (ID) Card, Veterans UK Status card, Certificate of Service or Certificate of Discharge.

Defence Discount Service cards are also accepted if they display the wording 'HM Armed Forces Veteran'. Unfortunately digital versions of this card are not accepted.

You will need to provide: A copy of either your Armed Forces Compensation Scheme notification of Guaranteed Income Payment (ongoing compensation payments), Armed Forces Compensation Scheme notification of lump sum payment (one-off compensation payment), award letter for Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP) or a disallowance letter for Armed Forces Compensation Scheme benefits.

You will need to provide: A copy of your annual payment advice slip.

You will need to provide: A copy of either your War Pension Scheme award notification (ongoing compensation payments), War Pension Scheme award notification gratuity (a one-off pension gratuity), War Pension Scheme award notification for supplementary allowances, or a disallowance letter for War Pension Scheme entitlement.

You will need to provide: A copy of your annual uprating letter.

You will need to provide: A copy of either your annual payment advice slip or Gross Annual Income Statement for an Armed Forces Pension (G281ST).

You will need to provide: A copy of the personal details page from your Discharge Book, along with the vessel name on which you served and the operation name and date.

Replacement documents

If you do not have access to any of the above documents, you may be able to contact the issuing body and request a re-issue. Please visit the Veterans Railcard eligibility page for further details. [TO BE CONFIRMED]

*Please note: MOD Form 90 cards cannot be reissued.

Name change

If the name on your eligibility documents is different from the name you now use, you will need to upload proof of this name change as part of the online application. Acceptable documents are Marriage Certificate, Divorce Certificate or Deed Poll documents.

 

What travel discounts can I get with a Veterans Railcard?

  • Travel at any time. A minimum fare of £12 applies if travelling before 10am, Monday to Friday

  • Minimum fare does not apply to Advance tickets, on public holidays, or during July and August

  • Ticket types:

    • Standard and First Class Anytime (Day, Single, or Return)

    • Standard and First Class Off-Peak (Day, Single, or Return)

    • Standard and First Class Super Off-Peak (Day, Single, or Return)

    • Standard and First Class Advance

  • In and around London:

    • Oyster Off-Peak pay as you go daily price cap and single fares (National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway)

    • Anytime Day Travelcard when bought as part of your ticket from outside London Zones 1 to 9 (subject to minimum fare of £23.60)

    • Off-Peak Day Travelcard, London Zones 1 to 6

    • Gatwick Express, Stansted Express and Heathrow Express

  • PlusBus day tickets

  • Combined rail to sea journeys:

    • some rail/sea journeys with Wightlink and Red Funnel Ferries to stations on the Isle of Wight

    • Hovertravel services to and from Ryde Hoverport

    • Stena Line ferries to the Republic of Ireland

    • discount is only available on tickets as part of a journey from/to a National Rail station or on combined rail/sea journeys from/to Ryde Hoverport

  • Rover tickets and Ranger tickets

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How to buy your Veterans Railcard

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How to use your Railcard

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Buy your Railcard

Buy a digital or physical Railcard online, or you can buy a physical Railcard at a staffed station.

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Book your tickets

Use your Railcard when buying tickets to save instantly.

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Carry your Railcard

Keep your digital or physical Railcard on you when travelling.

Why people choose a Railcard

" One of the most memorable experiences facilitated by the Railcard was a reunion with some of my former comrades. We hadn’t seen each other in years, and the discounted travel made it possible for all of us to gather and reminisce about our time in service."

James

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Download the Railcard app and add your Railcard to your phone. It’s so simple – just use the activation link in your confirmation email.

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If you are a disabled or less mobile passenger, you can: