Can I get discounted rail travel?

England and Wales

The Disabled Persons Railcard offers a range of discounts on advance, off-peak and anytime train fares. It provides one third off adult rail fares on the National Rail network in Great Britain with no time restrictions. If you're travelling with another adult, they will also get the same discount on their fare. For more information, call 0345 605 0525, email [email protected] or visit the Disabled Persons Railcard website.

Scotland

The Scottish National Blind Persons’ Scheme is also delivered on the National Entitlement Card (NEC). This is a voluntary arrangement between local councils, COSLA and participating transport operators and provides free rail and ferry travel throughout Scotland. For more information visit ScotRail.co.uk

Northern Ireland

You can get a SmartPass that entitles you to half-priced or even free travel on nearly all scheduled bus and rail services. You can also get a Disabled Persons Railcard for travelling in Great Britain. If you register your sight loss, you should be given the form automatically. If not, contact your Health and Social Services Trust.

For further information on train travel please see What support is available for planning my train journey?

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