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Ideal for Large Groups
The Family & Friends Railcard offers generous savings on most UK rail fares for groups traveling together. To qualify, the group must include at least 1 adult (16+) and 1 child, with a maximum of 4 adults and 4 children eligible for discounts on the same Railcard. Adults receive 1/3 off their ticket price, while children benefit from a 60% discount.
Up to 2 adults can be named on the Railcard, although only 1 needs to be present when traveling. A named adult can buy discounted tickets for different companions on each trip, provided they are traveling with at least one child. You can get discount travel after 9:35 AM on weekdays and anytime on weekends and bank holidays.
The Railcard costs $49.39 for 1 year or $112.88 for 3 years. Cardholders save an average of $172.14* annually, with no limit on how often the card can be used during its validity.
This Railcard is perfect for:
- Parents organising days out, holidays, or weekend breaks
- Friend groups looking to reduce the cost of their rail journeys
- Grandparents taking trips with their grandchildren
Are you a couple traveling without children? We'd recommend checking out the Two Together Railcard.
Save on popular journeys with a Family & Friends Railcard
Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston
$20.49 with a Railcard$31.04
Newcastle to London Kings Cross
$24.12 with a Railcard$36.54
London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly
$13.04 with a Railcard$19.75
Milton Keynes Central to London Euston
$6.33 with a Railcard$9.59
London Kings Cross to Waverley
$32.03 with a Railcard$48.54
Birmingham New Street to London Euston
$8.38 with a Railcard$12.70
Why buy your Family & Friends Railcard with the Trip.com app?
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How do I get a Family & Friends Railcard
It's easy to start saving with your Railcard if you have the Trip.com app downloaded. If you have the Trip.com app downloaded on your phone, you can start saving today by following these simple steps.
Tap 'Trains'
Open the Trip.com app and access the Trains section via the homepage.
Select 'Buy a Railcard'
You'll find a Railcard button toward the bottom of the page.
Find the right Railcard for you
Take a look at the different types of Railcards available and select your ideal option. Use our sorter above for help!
Purchase your Railcard
Once you've found the right choice for you, enter your personal and payment information and select 'Continue.'
View 'My Railcards'
You can find your Railcard by going into your Account - you're now all set to start saving!
Add your Railcard
Make sure your Railcard is added when booking any train tickets to start enjoying discounts.
Which ticket types can I use my Family & Friends Railcard for?
The Family & Friends Railcard offers a 1/3 discount on most Off-Peak rail fares for travel across the UK. Below, you will find information on tickets, time restrictions, and available fares.
| 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 $31.89). |
| Hop-on, Hop-off | | Available on PLUSBUS tickets and most Rail Rover fares. |
| Airport Express trains | | Discounts apply Gatwick Express, Stansted Express and Heathrow Express. |
| 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
Buying and renewing your Family & Friends Railcard
What is a Family and Friends Railcard?
A Family & Friends Railcard offers discount fares for families and small groups traveling together in the UK. The Railcard can be purchased by any adult (aged 16 or over). For the Railcard to be valid for use, 1 child (between the ages of 5 and 15) must be part of the travel group. Two adults can be named cardholders for this Railcard, though this is not necessary. You can travel in a group of up to 4 adults and 4 children. Adults receive 1/3 off rail prices, whilst child fares are reduced by 60%.
How much is a Family and Friends Railcard?
A 1-year Railcard is available for £35, while a 3-year Railcard costs £80. Stay tuned for frequent discount Railcard deals (as low as £1!), with Trip.com.
What are the benefits of a Family and Friends Railcard?
A Family & Friends Railcard offers 1/3 off adult fares (maximum group of 4 travelers) and 60% off child fares (maximum group of 4 travelers). Family & Friends Railcard holders save an average of £116 per year, but remember, there's no limit to how often you can use the Railcard!
Can you get a 3-year Family and Friends Railcard?
Yes, you can! For £80, you can receive 3 years of Railcard coverage and save £25 in the process (compared to buying 3 1-year Railcards).
How do you renew a Family and Friends Railcard?
You can easily renew your Railcard online!
- On the Trip.com app, go to "Account", select the settings icon in the top-right corner, and ensure that your country or region is set to the United Kingdom.
- Go to "Home" > "Trains" > "My Railcards".
- Select the option to renew your expired or nearly expired Railcard.
Using your Family & Friends Railcard
Which travel areas does a Family & Friends Railcard cover?
Railcards can be used for rail discounts in the area known as Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales). They cannot be used for rail travel in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland.
Can you use a Family and Friends Railcard before 10 AM?
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). However, you can travel at a discount rate at any time on weekends and public holidays.
Can 2 adults travel on a Family and Friends Railcard?
Yes, but they must also have a child (aged 5–15) with a paid ticket traveling with them, too. Note that two adults can also be named on the Family & Friends Railcard, though this isn't necessary.
If you’re interested in a Railcard for 2 adults traveling without children, we’d recommend the Two Together Railcard.
Can you travel alone on a Family and Friends Railcard?
No, you must be accompanied by at least 1 child (aged 5–15) with a paid ticket.
How many people can travel on a Family and Friends Railcard?
Up to 4 adults (aged 16+) and 4 children (5–15) can travel using the Family and Friends Railcard. It is required that the group include at least 1 adult and 1 child.
Can I use a Family & Friends Railcard in First Class?
First Class tickets are not valid for a discount using a Family & Friends Railcard, except when using a First Class Upgrade at weekends (subject to availability), and upon payment of the appropriate supplement.
Can I get a refund if I don’t use my Family & Friends Railcard?
No, Railcards are non-refundable once they have been issued.
What happens if my child turns 16 while my Family & Friends Railcard is still valid?
If you have a 1-year Railcard, they still receive a 60% discount as long as the Railcard remains valid. If you have a 3-year Family & Friends Railcard, your 16-year-old can only travel as a child on the Railcard until the day before they turn 17.
If I buy a Family and Friends Railcard with Trip.com, can I use it with tickets booked through other channels?
Absolutely - your Two Together Railcard is available across all UK train services and providers. You can still apply a Railcard to train tickets booked through other channels. Just be sure to have the Trip.com app (where your Two Together Railcard is stored) ready to present to any ticket inspector when traveling.
Can I share the Railcard with the secondary cardholder's Trip.com account?
No, the Railcard will only exist in the account of the person who originally purchased it.
