Save 1/3 on your travel for you and a companion - anytime, anywhere
Travel can be daunting if you need extra help, but we’re committed to making travel easier. One of the ways we do this is by offering the Disabled Railcard. It’s a great way to save 1/3 on rail fares for you and a friend, and you can save at any time of day.
Am I eligible for a Disabled Persons Railcard?
If you:
receive Personal Independence Payments (PIP) or Adult Disability Payment (ADP)
receive Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Child Disability Payment (CDP) at either:
the higher or lower rate for the mobility component
the higher or middle rate for the care component
have a visual impairment
have a hearing impairment
have epilepsy
receive Attendance Allowance, Severe Disablement Allowance or Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP)
receive War Pensioner's Mobility Supplement
receive War or Service Disablement Pension for 80% or more disability
buy or lease a vehicle through the Motability scheme
Then you can apply for a Disabled Persons Railcard.
When you apply, you will also need to provide proof of eligibility with your application.
What are the benefits of a Disabled Persons Railcard?
There are some exciting benefits to travelling with a Disabled railcard:
The Railcard costs £20 yearly and may be repaid in just a few visits.
A companion travelling with you also gets 1/3 off their rail fare.
You can use the Railcard at any time of the day.
Over the course of 1 year, you may save an average of £91.
With a 3-year Railcard, you can save even more!
What can I save with a Disabled Persons Railcard?
Save 1/3 on train travel anywhere in the country, any time of day, for you and a friend. A Disabled Persons Railcard can also give you savings and discounts on events and days out and our 2FOR1 entry offers at a number of UK attractions.
What does a Disabled Persons Railcard cost?
£20 for 1 year or £54 for a 3-year railcard.
How do I get a Disabled Persons Railcard?
You can apply online, call the team on 0345 3000 250, or download the online forms and send the completed form to: Disabled Persons Railcard Office,
PO Box 10776
Ashby-de-la-Zouch
LE65 9FA
Do you need travel assistance?
Whether you have a Disabled Persons Railcard or not, if you’re travelling by train in the next few months and need assistance, let us know and we’ll be happy to help. If you prefer to pre-book your assistance, you only need to let us know two hours before travel.
If you don’t know when you’re going to travel, it’s okay not to book. If our team can’t help you immediately, they will do their best to explain why. There may be a wait, but our aim is to make sure you can travel as soon as possible.
How long does it take for my Disabled Persons Railcard to arrive?
If you are applying online for a physical railcard you should allow 5 working days for your application to be to be approved and 5 working days for delivery. You can also pay for Special Delivery service if you would like your railcard to be delivered within two days. Digital railcards and those bought at the station can be obtained on the same day.
