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How do I renew my 16-25 Railcard online?
It’s easy to renew your 16-25 Railcard with Trainline. When you renew a Railcard with us, it’ll live on your phone in our app – accessible at the click of a button.
All you’ll need to get started is a valid form of ID, such as a UK Driving License or passport. And if you don’t already have it, you’ll need to download our app. Don’t worry though – you can do that once you’ve started the renewal process. Please note that the minimum Operating System (OS) required to renew your 16-25 Railcard is iOS 13.4 and above or Lollipop on Android.
It costs £30 to renew your 16-25 Railcard for one year and £70 to renew for three years, saving you £20 on the price of three separate Railcards. Find out more about the 16-25 Railcard.
How far in advance can I renew my 16-25 Railcard?
If you renew online with us, your 16-25 Railcard will become valid from the date of purchase onwards. As such, you can renew at any point before your current one expires, but it means there could be a period of overlap between your current Railcard and new Railcard. If you want to maximise value, make sure you renew as close to the date of expiry as possible.
Can I renew my 16-25 Railcard after it expires?
Yes, absolutely. It doesn’t matter whether your old Railcard was purchased at a station or online – you can renew a 16-25 Railcard with us at any point after your old one expires, as long as you're still within the eligible age range for a 16-25 Railcard.
What are the age limits for renewing a 16-25 Railcard?
This depends on whether you want to renew for 1 year or 3 years. If you renew for 1 year, you can do so at any point up to the day before your 26th birthday. If you’re renewing for 3 years, you can renew your 16-25 Railcard at any point up to the day before your 24th birthday.
The savings don’t stop when you’re 26, though – you can always move onto the 26-30 Railcard to enjoy 1/3 off rail travel for another four years!
Frequently Asked Questions
We've answered some of your most frequently asked questions about renewing a 16-25 Railcard below.
What are the benefits of renewing with Trainline?
When you renew a 16-25 Railcard with us, your Railcard will be digital, meaning it’ll live on your phone, in our app. That means no more fishing around in your wallet for a paper copy, and no more forgetting it at home. Plus, you won’t have to go all the way to the station and fill out a form to renew your Railcard – you can do it from the palm of your hand.
What do I need to renew my 16-25 Railcard?
To renew your 16-25 Railcard online, you’ll need a valid form of ID, such as a UK driving license or passport, and our app.
Do I need a new photo to renew my 16-25 Railcard online?
We’ll ask you for a digital photo during the purchasing process, so you can upload your favourite snap of yourself! Just make sure your entire face is visible in the photo, making it easy for the inspector to identify you.
Can I renew my 16-25 Railcard at the station?
Yes, if you do not wish to renew online, you can renew your 16-25 Railcard at any staffed station ticket office in the UK.
How much is it to renew a 16-25 Railcard?
It costs £30 to renew a 16-25 Railcard for one year and £70 to renew for three years.
Can I renew my 16-25 Railcard before my 26th birthday?
Yes. You can renew your 1-year 16-25 Railcard up to and including the day before your 26th birthday if it’s due to expire within 30 days. You can buy a 3-year 16-25 Railcard up until the day before your 24th birthday, meaning your Railcard will expire the day before your 27th birthday.
Do I need a Trainline account to renew my 16-25 Railcard online?
Yes, when you buy with us, your 16-25 Railcard must be linked to a Trainline account. Don’t worry if you don’t have one – you can create an account mid-way through the booking process (it doesn’t take long!) Don’t have our app yet? Download it now.
Can I renew my 16-25 Railcard to begin at a future date?
Unfortunately not. 16-25 Railcards bought with Trainline become valid from the day of purchase onwards. We’re currently working on a solution, and we'll update this page as soon as this feature is available.
Can I renew my 16-25 Railcard if I’m a mature student?
Yes, you'll need to fill out a Mature Student application form, and get it signed by either a tutor, head of department or administration staff at your place of full-time education. You'll also need either an NUS card or a university/college photo ID card to prove you're in the current academic year of study. Unfortunately, mature students can't apply for the 16-25 Railcard with Trainline at this time.
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