26-30 Railcard Promo Code 2025 [1/3 OFF & SAVE £281]

26-30 Railcard (also called a Millennial Railcard or Under 30s Railcard) holders enjoy 1/3 OFF train travel in Britain with savings of £281* and more! Start saving today with 2025 26-30 Railcard promo code offers!

With an unlimited potential to save money on train tickets, there’s never been a better deal for 26 to 30-year-olds.

Are you aged 25 years and younger? A 16-25 Railcard is for you, and you’ll save money with our exclusive online offers.

26-30 Railcard: Quick Links

• 26-30 Railcard: What’s the deal?
• Is it worth it?
• Hidden tips, hacks and tricks
• 26-30 Railcard Railcard Discount Code 2025
• How to Renew a 26-30 Railcard

Everything you need to know about a 26-30 Railcard, from the basics to tips and hacks!

26-30 Railcard: What’s the deal?

What is a 26-30 Railcard? It’s a National Railcard which gives people between 26 and 30 1/3 OFF most train tickets in Britain (England, Wales and Scotland).

It’s also known as a Millennial Railcard due to the age group it’s available to.

On average, 26-30 Railcard holders can SAVE £281* per year, with an unlimited potential to save a lot more. Frequent train travellers will get massive savings throughout the year, and as the card pays for itself in just a few trips (or even one!), casual rail users will save, too.

The 26-30 Railcard is only available for one year and in digital format.

Who can get a 26-30 Railcard?

Anyone aged between 26 and 30 can get a 26-30 Railcard.

Find out what 26-30 Railcard you’re eligible for:

	1-year	3-year	Notes
Aged between 26 and 30	✔	✖	You can buy or renew a 1-year 26-30 Railcard up until the day before your 31st birthday, which means you can save right up till your 32nd birthday
Full-time students aged between 26 and 30	✔	✖	You can buy a 16-25 Railcard or a 26-30 Railcard. After you’re too old for a 26-30 Railcard, you can still get a 16-25 Railcard

What discounted train tickets can I get with a 26-30 Railcard?

26-30 Railcard holders get 1/3 OFF most Standard and some First Class train tickets in Britain.

	Standard	First
Advance	✔	✔
Anytime & Anytime Day: Single & Return	✔	✖
Off-Peak & Off-Peak Day: Single & Return	✔	✖

• Most Rail Rover travel pass fares
• Gatwick Express, Stansted Express and Heathrow Express
• Travel in London by National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway:
  • Oyster Off-Peak pay as you go daily capped limits (capped to the maximum amount you will need to spend each day)
  • Oyster Off-Peak single tickets
  • Off-Peak Day Travelcard zones 1-6
  • Anytime Day Travelcard zones 1-6 when purchased as part of a train ticket to London (minimum spend applies)
  • PLUSBUS tickets
  • Some rail and train journeys, including Wightlink ferries to the Isle of Wight, and Hovertravel services between Ryde and Southsea

Unfortunately, you can’t get discounts on the overnight sleeper train between London and Scotland, but check out my Caledonian Sleeper promotions and deals. Find out when to use your 26-30 Railcard, minimum fare, and time restrictions.

How does the 26-30 Railcard work?

Apart from being only available in digital format, the 26-30 Railcard works like other Railcards. Just buy the card and ensure you’ve got it when you travel; it’s that simple!

There’s no paper version, so you load the Railcard onto an app on up to two mobile or tablet devices. Ensure you have battery power and can show your Railcard app on demand. Otherwise, you don’t qualify for a discount.

Where can I buy a 26-30 Railcard?

26-30 Railcards are only available to buy online. Save money on the card with the latest exclusive online discounts.

Online

To buy online, you’ll need the following:

• a debit card or credit card
• proof of age (a UK driving license or passport)
• a digital, passport-style photo

26-30 Railcard: Is it worth it?

Yes, the 26-Railcard is worth it if you spend more than £105 per year on qualifying train journeys. Initial research from National Rail suggests that 26-30 Railcard holders SAVE £281* per year, but you can save a lot more!

26-30 Railcard	Average Savings*	Potential Savings
1-year	£2581*	Unlimited

And to top it off, you’ll get 1/3 OFF most Advance tickets, which are already the cheapest rail fares available. Plus, there are no minimum fare restrictions at weekends.

Start saving today when you buy online with 2025 26-30 Railcard discount code deals!

Hidden tips, hacks and tricks

Still not sure whether to get a 26-30 Railcard? Check out our hidden tips, hacks and tricks, which make this offer even better!

Save money until the day before your 32nd birthday

How does that work? You can buy or renew a 26-30 Railcard until the day before your 31st birthday (when you’re still 30). This means you’ll be able to save money on train tickets till you’re nearly 32!

London travel

Whether you’re a regular or occasional traveller within London, apply your 26-30 Railcard to your Oyster card. To do this, take both cards to a London Underground station, and they’ll apply the discount.

You’ll get 1/3 OFF single off-peak pay-as-you-go and daily capped limits (the most you will pay in one day) for National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway journeys within London. Also, you can get discounts on some day London Travelcards when bought with train tickets to London.

16-25 Railcard vs 26-30 Railcard

OK, you’re wondering why I’m comparing a 26-30 Railcard vs a 16-25 Railcard! If you’re 25 and nearly 26, you’ll be better off buying a 16-25 Railcard, which will last until you’re almost 27. Here’s why.

The key difference is around £12 minimum fares, which both Railcards are subject to journeys before 10:00 Monday to Friday. With 16-25 Railcards, the minimum fare does not apply in these cases (and it does apply to 26-30 Railcards):

For advance tickets before 10:00 Monday to Friday, as they’re the cheapest rail fares available, you’ll want to maximise this benefit during July and August, the peak summer months when you want to travel.

Are there other alternative Railcards?

Yes, there are other National Railcards available for people aged between 26 and 30. Family & Friends Railcard holders get better travel time benefits, but all journeys must include a child. A Network Railcard is another alternative if you regularly travel with other adults and children in London and the South-East.

26-30 Railcard partner offers

26-30 Railcard holders save money with travel, restaurant, days out and lifestyle offers.

• £50 to spend at Virgin Wines, plus FREE delivery and FREE glasses
• 1 month FREE at ClassPass
• £50 OFF Haven Holidays
• 5% OFF Cottages.com holidays
• Discounted Hoseasons Parks and Lodges holidays
• FREE three months of tastecard membership
• 20% OFF Virgin Experience Days
• SAVE up to 50% on London West End theatre tickets

26-30 Railcard Discount Code 2025

Save now with 2025 26-30 Railcard promo code deals!

How to Renew a 26-30 Railcard

It’s easy to renew a 26-30 Railcard online; follow these easy steps. Look out for the latest 26-30 Railcard renewal discount codes before you continue.

Railcards

With Railcards, you can renew your 26-30 Railcard up to 30 days in advance. If your existing Railcard is due to expire after your 31st birthday, you’ll need to buy a new one. Check the Train Hacker for a 26-30 Railcard renewal promo code offer before proceeding.

Trainline

You can renew a 26-30 Railcard four weeks in advance with Trainline. It’s best to check the Train Hacker for deals before automatically renewing. And don’t forget to make the most of your Trainline 26-30 Railcard and make a renewal before your 31st birthday.

Expired 26-30 Railcard Offers

More ways to save with Railcards

There are plenty of other ways to get 1/3 OFF train travel in Britain with National Railcards. And if you know what you want, check out the discounts and offers on these Railcards.

• 16-17 Saver Railcard – 50% OFF for people aged 16 and 17
• 16-25 Railcard – for people aged between 16 to 25 and full-time students
• Disabled Persons Railcard – for people with disabilities and one carer
• Family & Friends Railcards – for families and small groups of adults and children
• Network Railcard – for people living in London and South East England
• Senior Railcard – for people aged 60 and above
• Two Together Railcard – for two people travelling together

Start saving in 2025 with 26-30 Railcard discount code offers!

* Average savings made by 26-30 Railcard holders (Source: 26-30 Railcard by National Rail)