Senior Railcards

Under improvements to the Concessionary Fares Scheme introduced on 1st April 2002, eligible residents can choose to have national Railcards free of charge as an alternative to Bus Passes. Railcard holders get a third off the cost of most train journeys.

To qualify, applicants must meet the eligibility criteria of both Carlisle City Council's Concessionary Fares Scheme and ATOC (Association of Train Operating Companies) railcard conditions.

Senior Citizens Railcard

Residents aged 60 years or over who do not have a bus pass or who wish to surrender a bus pass in exchange for a Senior Railcard should apply in person to Carlisle City Council and a Senior Railcard will be issued at the time of application.

Bus Pass holders aged 60 years or over who also want to benefit from concessionary rail travel may purchase a Senior Railcard from Carlisle City Council at a discounted price.

When you apply, you will need to show evidence of address and eligibility e.g. pension letter, driving licence, passport.

Applications for a Railcard should be made in person at the Customer Contact Centre on the ground floor of the Civic Centre.

If you are renewing your Senior Railcard this can be done up to a month in advance. Please bring your existing railcard with you when you come to apply.

Railcards are issued during the following hours and costs £20.40:

• Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 5.00pm
• Friday 9.00 am to 4.00pm