Looking to save money on train travel as a student?
With options like Railcards and Season Tickets, there are plenty of ways to save money on train travel. Check out our top tips below.
How to find cheap train tickets for students 👇🎓
Get a Termly Student Season Ticket
If you travel to school, college or university by train, our Termly Student Season Ticket allows up to a 50% discount on the usual season ticket price.
Travel Off-Peak
Travel outside peak times and bag yourself cheaper fares. Think after the morning commuter rush, evenings and weekends.
Use GroupSave
GroupSave offers 1/3 savings for groups of three or more people, making it an ideal choice for saving money when travelling together. For groups of 10 or more, our Group Travel service offers up to 26% off with dedicated support.
Book in advance
Book your train tickets early and get the best deals with Advance tickets - available on our longer distance routes to London, Liverpool and Birmingham. Advance tickets are released weekly, up to 12 weeks in advance.
Take the slower train
Consider a slower train to your destination. While the journey might take a little longer, you could make significant savings on your ticket. Perfect choice for those who aren't in a rush.
Consider a combined bus, train, and tram ticket
Live in a London borough during term time? You may be eligible for discounted TfL travel . Travel within the West Midlands? You can get discounted travel on bus, train and tram season tickets with Transport for West Midlands .
Book direct
Skip the hidden fees and enjoy the best prices. Book directly through our website or app.
Save up to 50% off train travel with Railcards
16-17 Saver
The 16-17 Saver Railcard is perfect for year-round savings for those in college, offering 50% off Anytime, Off-Peak, Advance and Season tickets.
Designed to help you keep the same discount benefits you had before you were 16, it costs just £35 and is valid for one year or until your 18th birthday (whichever comes first).
16-25 Railcard
Hop on board with the 16-25 Railcard and benefit from a 1/3 off train tickets.
Anyone between the age of 16-25 is eligible for the Railcard, and mature students in full time study can also apply using a mature student application form.
26-30 Railcards
The 26-30 Railcard is another great option for mature students, as well as postgraduates to keep their 1/3 off rail fare.
Find cheap train tickets with us
- Super-easy searching: Our easy-to-use platform and app make finding cheap train tickets a breeze. 🔎
- Exclusive Termly Student Season ticket: Only available through our website for 50% off standard season tickets. 🎓
- No booking fees: Book with us and skip the booking fees. Every little helps! 😍
Frequently asked questions
For regular train tickets, anyone over 16 will be charged an adult fare. However, there are other ways to get cheap student train tickets:
- You can get 1/3 off rail travel with a 16-25 Railcard or 26-30 Railcard. If you're over 30 and in full-time education, you can still enjoy the same discount with the 16-25 Railcard.
- If you travel to school, college, or university by train, our Termly Student Season Ticket offers up to a 50% discount on the usual season ticket price. It's a great way to save on your daily commute!