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What is a Family & Friends Railcard?
The Family & Friends Railcard provides significant discounts on most UK rail fares for groups traveling together. The group must include at least one adult and one child, with a maximum of four adults and four children. Adults receive 1/3 off their individual ticket price, while children enjoy a 60% discount on their fares.
Up to two adults can be named on the Railcard, but only one is required for travel. The named adult can purchase discounted tickets for different individuals on each journey, as long as they meet the Railcard's requirements (i.e. traveling with at least one child).
The Family & Friends Railcard is available for just 315,22 kr. for one year or 720,50 kr. for three years. On average, cardholders save 1.044,72 kr.* annually, with unlimited usage throughout the validity period.
This Railcard is ideal for:
- Families with children travelling together frequently.
- Large groups who want to save on train travel costs.
The Family & Friends Railcard offers discounts on various ticket types, including:
- Anytime
- Off-Peak
- Advance
You can travel at a discounted rate anytime on weekends and public holidays. However, on weekdays, discounts are not available for journeys between two stations within London and the South East area during morning peak hours (before 9:35 am).
For a detailed breakdown of eligibility and terms of use, see below.
How to Get a Family & Friends Railcard?
You can purchase your Railcard (1-year or 3-year) through the Trip.com app, as shown below.
What do I need on-hand when buying my Railcard?
Your home address and a valid email address
Second cardholder's name if applicable (cannot be added later)
A debit or credit card for payment
Tap "Trains"
Open the Trip.com app and tap "Trains" at the top of the homepage
Tap "Buy a Railcard"
Tap "Buy a Railcard" at the bottom of the page
Select the right Railcard
Sign in to your Trip.com account and select the right Railcard for you
Buy your Railcard
Enter your personal information (including name, date of birth and a passport-style photo) and purchase
View "My Railcards"
You can now tap ‘My Railcards’ to view your new Railcard
Add Your Railcard
To activate your Railcard, purchase a train ticket with Trip.com within 30 days. Be sure to add the Railcard when booking to start enjoying your discounts!
Family & Friends Railcard Benefits With Trip.com
Regular Discounts from Trip.com
Enjoy frequent, exclusive discounts when you buy your digital Railcard on the Trip.com app.
All Together Now
Avoid swapping between apps when travelling by having your train tickets and Railcard all in one place.
Keep Your Card Safe
You can store your digital Railcard on up to two devices logged into your Trip.com account, so you don't need to worry about forgetting or misplacing it.
Where can you travel with a Family & Friends Railcard?
Manchesterto London
121,06 kr.79,9 kr.Save 41,16 kr. with a Family & Friends Railcard
Liverpoolto London
121,06 kr.79,9 kr.Save 41,16 kr. with a Family & Friends Railcard
Londonto Sheffield
109,82 kr.72,48 kr.Save 37,34 kr. with a Family & Friends Railcard
Newcastleto London
172,33 kr.113,74 kr.Save 58,59 kr. with a Family & Friends Railcard
Family & Friends Railcard Restrictions
The Family & Friends Railcard offers discounts on most Off-Peak rail fares for travel across the UK. Below, you will find information on tickets, time restrictions, and the cheapest fares available. Take a look to plan your travel accordingly:
The only areas you can't use your Family & Friends Railcard are Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, and the only time you are unable to use it is during morning peak time between two stations inside London and the South East area.
Full list of covered services:
| Ticket Type | Available | Restrictions |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Anytime (Day, Single & Return) | | - |
| Standard & Super Off-Peak (Day, Single & Return) | | - |
| Standard Advance | | Must be booked before you travel. |
| Anytime Day Travelcards | | When bought as part of ticket to London from outside the London Zones area (subject to minimum fare of 203,54 kr.). |
| Hop-on, Hop-off | | Available on PLUSBUS tickets and most Rail Rover fares. |
| Express Trains to Airport | | |
| Caledonian Sleeper | | Discounts apply on seated tickets only. |
| Combined Rail/Sea Journeys | | Discounts are available on some rail and sea journeys with Wightlink and Red Funnel Ferries to stations on the Isle of Wight and Hovertravel services to and from Ryde Hoverport.* |
| Eurostar | | - |
| Season tickets | | Including Travelcard Season tickets. |
| First Class tickets | | Except when using a First Class Upgrade at weekends (subject to availability) upon payment of the appropriate supplement. |
Family & Friends Railcard FAQs
How does a Family and Friends Railcard work?
A Family & Friends Railcard offers discounted fares for families and small groups travelling together on the National Rail network in Great Britain. Here's how it works:
Eligibility: The Railcard can be purchased by any adult (aged 16 or over), though it requires one child (between the ages of 5 and 15) travelling with them for the Railcard to become valid. Two adults can be named cardholders for this Railcard, though this is not necessary.
Coverage: This Railcard can be used for rail discounts in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), though cannot be used for rail travel in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland. Railcard discounts are not available for weekday journeys during morning peak period (before 9:30 am) within the London & South East Network Railcard area (excluding weekends and public holidays).
Discounts: The Railcard provides a 1/3 discount on adult fares and a 60% discount on child fares for up to four adults and four children travelling together.
Validity: The Railcard is valid for one or three years from the date of purchase and can be used for unlimited journeys during that period.
How long does it take to get a Family & Friends Railcard?
You’ll be able to use the Railcard as soon as you’ve purchased it on the Trip.com app. When purchasing, ensure you have proof of age, a high-quality, digital passport-style photo of yourself, and a debit or credit card ready.
How many can travel using a Family & Friends Railcard?
The Family and Friends Railcard allows 1/3 off rail fares for up to four adults (aged 16+) and 60% off for up to four children (aged 5-15).
Who can use a Family and Friends Railcard?
The Railcard can be used by the named cardholder, who must be aged 16 or over, and at least one child, although up to three additional adults and four children are valid under the Railcard. You can have up to two adults as named cardholders, though it is not necessary they travel together. None of those travelling with te cardholder need to be family for the Railcard to be valid.
Where does a Family & Friends Railcard cover?
Can I use a Family & Friends Railcard in First Class?
No. Family & Friends Railcards are not be valid on First Class tickets, except when using a First Class Upgrade at weekends upon payment of the appropriate supplement (subject to availability).Does every traveller need to have a Railcard?
No, not every traveller needs to have a Railcard. Only the person named on the Railcard needs to have it with them during the journey. The Railcard holder can travel with different individuals each time, as long as they meet the requirements of the Railcard (such as travelling with at least one child). The Railcard holder can purchase discounted tickets for the other travellers in their group.
Can I get a refund if I don’t use my Family & Friends Railcard?
No, Railcards are non-refundable once they have been issued.Does everyone registered to the Family & Friends Railcard need to be travelling for it to be valid?
No, it isn't necessary for everyone registered on the railcard to be present on every journey. However, there must be one railcard holder travelling throughout the entire journey, accompanied by at least one child (aged 5 to 15).
How do you renew a Family and Friends Railcard?
You can only renew your Railcard online when it’s within 30 days of its expiry date. Simply follow these easy steps:
Click ‘My Railcards’ on the Trip.com app
Click ‘Renew’ under your expired or soon to expired Railcard
Select the best plan for you
Can you get a 3-year Family and Friends Railcard?
Yes. You can get a 3-year Family and Friends Railcard on Trip.com app for £80 which is £25 cheaper than three 1-year Railcards.