Network Railcard

[FGW_Lad]

A bit of a random question. If I purchased a Network Railcard could I use it for just myself or would I have to travel with another person? I'm asking as I was looking between Slough and Reading which were not showing discounted fares on the GWR app.

I'm not entirely sure of the railcard but assume the discounts are similar to a 16-25 card.

Many thanks in advance

 

[causton]

You can use it by yourself, but:

-You cannot use it at all on a standard weekday before 10am
-On a weekday it has a £13 minimum fare per ticket

So you may be falling foul of these.

Best to check the Network Railcard website to check the terms and conditions as it is quite restricted!

 

[Silver Cobra]

As the most expensive weekday standard class fare between Slough and Reading is £10.20 for an Anytime Day return, you would not be able to get discount on any weekday fares due to this being below the Network Railcard's £13 minimum fare requirement on weekdays.

 

[FGW_Lad]

Ah that clears it up, many thanks