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September 12, 2024

West Midlands: Veterans Railcard with West Midlands Railway



With a Veterans Railcard you can get 1/3 off selected rail fares

As well as saving 1/3 off your train fares you can also buy discounted tickets for an accompanying named adult and up to 4 accompanying children.

You’re eligible for this railcard if you have served at least one day in HM Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve) or Merchant Mariners who have seen duty on legally defined military operations. For more information on eligibility please click here.

Ticket types to be used with:Anytime and Anytime Day Single and Return tickets for travel in Standard and First Class
Off-Peak and Off-Peak Day Single and Return tickets for travel in Standard and First Class
Super Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak Day Single and Return tickets for travel in Standard and First Class
Advance purchase tickets for travel in Standard and First Class

You can use it at any time on Bank Holidays and during July and August. The only restriction is that if you travel before 10am Monday to Friday (except during July and August) a minimum £12 fare will apply.

Please noteThis railcard will not give discounts on season ticket purchases.
Available to store on your phone or as a plastic railcard


Buy a Veterans Railcard

More information: HERE