16-17 Saver - Save 50% on UK train travel

16-17 Saver - Save 50% on UK train travel

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Save 50% on Rail Fares

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Ideal for Young Students

The 16-17 Saver Railcard offers 50% off most UK rail fares for individuals aged 16 and 17. It’s the perfect money-saving solution for young students who commute to school or college using public transport. This Railcard covers various ticket types, including Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance, and Season Tickets, among others, with discounts applied at any time of day, ensuring flexibility for students.

The 16-17 Saver Railcard is available for just SGD 63.28 for one year. On average, cardholders save up to S$ 734.02* annually, making it a cost-effective choice for frequent travellers, though there’s no limit to how many times you can use it during its validity period!

*Based on the average savings made by 16-17 Saver holders between April 2024 and March 2025, excluding the price of the Railcard itself

Why buy your 16-17 Saver with the Trip.com app?

Regular discounts from 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

All together now

Save time swapping between apps by having your train tickets and Railcard in the same place

Keep your Railcard safe

Keep your Railcard safe

You can store your digital Railcard on up to two devices that are signed into your Trip.com account. That way, you don't need to worry about forgetting or losing it.

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How do I get a 16-17 Saver

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'
Step 1

Tap 'Trains'

Open the Trip.com app and access the Trains section via the homepage.

Select 'Buy a Railcard'
Step 2

Select 'Buy a Railcard'

You'll find a Railcard button toward the bottom of the page.

Find the right Railcard for you
Step 3

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
Step 4

Purchase your Railcard

Once you've found the right choice for you, enter your personal and payment information and select 'Continue.'

View 'My Railcards'
Step 5

View 'My Railcards'

You can find your Railcard by going into your Account - you're now all set to start saving!

Add your Railcard
Step 6

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 16-17 Saver for?

The 16-17 Saver 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 TypeAvailableRestrictions
Standard Anytime (Day, Single & Return)󰸴
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Standard & Super Off-Peak (Day, Single & Return)󰸴
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Standard Advance󰸴
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Season tickets󰸴
Including weekly, monthly and annual.
Hop-on, Hop-off󰸴
Available on 1/3 off PlusBus day tickets and most Rail Rover fares.
Airport Express trains󰸴
Discounts apply Gatwick Express, Stansted Express and Heathrow Express.
First Class tickets󱡬
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Travelcards󱡬
London Day Travelcards and Travelcard Season tickets within Zones 1-9 (except when they are bought as part of a ticket to London from outside London Zones 1-9).
Caledonian Sleeper󱡬
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Oyster Cards󱡬
Available on National Rail, London Underground, Overground, and Docklands Light Railway (DLR) services.
ScotRail󱡬
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Eurostar󱡬
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16-17 Saver FAQs

Buying and renewing your 16-17 Saver Railcard

  • What is a 16-17 Saver Railcard?

    The 16-17 Saver Railcard provides 50% off most UK rail fares for young people aged 16 and 17. It's an excellent way for students to reduce the cost of travelling to school or college by train. The Railcard applies to a wide range of ticket types - including Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance, and Season Tickets - and the discount is valid at any time of day, offering maximum flexibility for daily travel.

  • How much is a 16-17 Saver Railcard?

    The 16–17 Saver Railcard costs just £35 for a full year. Cardholders save an average of up to £367* annually, making it a highly cost-effective option for regular travellers — with unlimited use throughout its validity period.

  • How do you use a 16-17 Saver Railcard?

    When booking, simply select the "Add Railcard" option and choose your 16-17 Saver Railcard. Your discount will be applied immediately. To prove you own a Railcard, you must be able to show the Railcard in the app when travelling or buying tickets in person, or else you may be required to pay a full-price ticket and/or a penalty fare.

  • What's the difference between a 16-17 Saver and 16-25 Railcard?

    The 16-17 Saver offers 50% off Standard Anytime, Standard Off-Peak, Standard Advance and Season tickets, as well as most Rail Rover fares, Express services to the airport, and 1/3 off PlusBus day tickets. Alternatively, the 16‑25 Railcard gives 1/3 off Standard Anytime and Standard Off-Peak tickets, as well as Standard and First Class Advance tickets, Anytime Day Travelcards, Express Trains to the airport and more.

    Both allow for travel during any time of the day, but a 16-25 Railcard has a minimum fare of £12 that applies to all journeys made between 4:30 AM and 9:59 AM, Monday to Friday, excluding Advance fares.

    Ultimately, the 16-17 Railcard typically offers a larger discount on most ticket types.

Using your 16-17 Saver Railcard

  • Can I use my 16-17 Saver Railcard on Transport for London services?

    Yes, you can use a 16-17 Saver Railcard on Transport for London (TfL) services if you buy a Travelcard as part of a train ticket into London from outside Zones 1-9. However, you can't use a 16-17 Saver on pay-as-you-go Oyster fares or single fares.

  • Can I use my 16-17 Saver to buy tickets for other people?

    No. The 16-17 Saver only provides discounts on tickets bought for your own use. It does not cover anyone accompanying you.

  • How do you add a 16-17 Saver to your Oyster card?

    The 16-17 Saver discounts are not valid on Oyster fares for journeys on National Rail, London Underground, and Docklands Light Railway.

  • Can the 16-17 Saver be used to buy Season Tickets?

    Yes, the 16-17 Saver can be used to buy season tickets, as it gives 50% off standard season tickets for anyone aged 16-17. This discount is an exception to the rule that most Railcards cannot be used with already-discounted season tickets.

  • How do you renew a 16-17 Saver Railcard?

    You can easily renew your Railcard online!

    1. 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.
    2. Go to "Home" > "Trains" > "My Railcards".
    3. Select the option to renew your expired or nearly expired Railcard.
  • When does a 16-17 Saver Railcard expire?

    A 16-17 Saver Railcard expires one year after purchase or on your 18th birthday, whichever comes first. If you purchase a season ticket before your 16-17 Saver Railcard expires, you can continue to use that Season Ticket for up to 4 months after the card's expiry date.

  • Do digital 16-17 Saver Railcards work on older iPhone models?

    Yes, as long as your app is up-to-date and your device supports mobile ticketing features.