To be attending a recognised college or university, for over 15 hours a week, at least 20 weeks a year. Unfortunately, Open University, distance learning and part-time courses do not qualify.To be eligible as a mature student and buy a 1-year Railcard, you will need: If you are aged 16 or 17, check out the 16-17 Saver which gets you 50% off rail fares including Season tickets. It will then be delivered for free within 5 working days. In this case, you can buy your Railcard online using a valid debit or credit card, a valid UK driving licence or international passport, and a digital passport-style photo for uploading. If you’re between 16 and 25 years old, you’re eligible. A quick check to make sure you're eligible.
