TfL student guide highlights 30% travel discount
New online resource details savings on Oyster, Travelcards and more for academic year.
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Transport for London (TfL) has released a new online guide aimed at students to inform them about available travel discounts and safety advice for the upcoming academic year. The resource is intended to help both new and returning students navigate the capital's transport network affordably and confidently.
Student Oyster photocard benefits
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A primary benefit highlighted in the guide is the 18+ Student Oyster photocard. This card offers eligible students a 30 per cent reduction on the cost of adult-rate Travelcards and Bus & Tram Pass season tickets. Emma Strain, customer director at TfL, stated that claiming these travel entitlements can significantly help students manage their budgets while enjoying London life.
Further savings are available by linking a 16-25 or 26-30 Railcard to the student photocard. This combination allows for a one-third discount on pay-as-you-go off-peak fares. TfL also noted that fare caps on pay-as-you-go with contactless or Oyster can limit daily or weekly spending, aiding budget management.
Additional travel savings and tools
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The service helps those unable to use public transport access shopping, social events, and leisure activities across all 33 boroughs.
The guide also details the Mayor’s Hopper fare, which permits unlimited bus and tram journeys within a one-hour period for the price of a single fare. For planning and real-time information, TfL's free TfL Go app is recommended. The app provides journey planning, live travel updates, and cost management features, including notifications for service disruptions across various TfL services.
Students can also access further discounts through the Student Beans website. These include a 50 per cent reduction on a Day Pass and a 25 per cent discount on Monthly or Annual Passes. The guide also covers night-time travel options, including 24-hour Tube services on certain lines on Fridays and Saturdays, an extensive Night Bus network, and advice on using taxis and private hire vehicles safely.
Ms Strain encouraged all eligible students to apply for the 18+ Student Oyster photocard and to familiarise themselves with the available discounts. The guide is accessible online at tfl.gov.uk/student-guide, with applications for the photocard available at tfl.gov.uk/18plus.
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+What is the main travel discount for students in London?
The 18+ Student Oyster photocard offers eligible students a 30 per cent discount on adult-rate Travelcards and Bus & Tram Pass season tickets. This is highlighted in a new online guide published by Transport for London for the academic year.
+How can students save money on pay-as-you-go fares?
Students can link a 16-25 or 26-30 Railcard to their 18+ Student Oyster photocard. This provides a one-third discount on pay-as-you-go off-peak fares, helping to reduce costs for less frequent travel.
+Are there other ways students can get travel discounts?
Yes, students can receive a 50 per cent discount on a Day Pass and 25 per cent off Monthly or Annual Passes through the Student Beans website. The Mayor's Hopper fare also allows unlimited bus and tram journeys within one hour for the price of a single fare.
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