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UK Coach Discount Cards
There are also many coaches in the UK, which are long-distance buses. Taking a coach as public transportation in the UK is relatively convenient. The regular ticket prices for these coaches are quite expensive, so you can apply for a car discount card, which offers a one-third discount.
Car discount cards in the UK are generally divided into three types:
Young Person Coachcard (applicable to individuals aged 16 to 26 or full-time students)
Senior Coachcard (applicable to individuals aged 60 and above)
Disabled Coachcard (applicable to individuals with disabilities)
For international students in the UK, the most commonly applied for car discount card is typically the Young Person Coachcard. This card is primarily for individuals aged between 16 and 26 or full-time students in the UK. By obtaining this card, you not only receive a one-third discount on ticket prices but also enjoy a £15 return journey anywhere in the UK on any Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Additionally, travel tickets for events and holidays receive a 15% discount.
This guide focuses on the Young Person Coachcard car discount card, but the application process for other types of cards is generally similar, with slight variations in requirements.
Validity and Cost of Car Discount Cards
You can choose between a one-year card for £12.50 or a three-year card for £30. Additionally, there is a £2.50 postage fee. Once the card expires, you can renew it as long as you meet the eligibility criteria.
How to Apply for a Young Person Coachcard Car Discount Card
First, visit the website [https://www.nationalexpress.com/en\] and select "Coachcards" under the "Offers" section. Click on the "Young Person Coachcard" option and then choose "Buy now" to proceed.
Next, fill in the required information and upload the necessary documents based on the instructions provided on the webpage. Proceed with the payment and wait for the car discount card to be delivered to your address. Generally, it takes around 7 days, including processing time, for the card to arrive. If you haven't received it after 7 days, you can contact the official support for further inquiries about your specific situation.
3）In addition to applying for the car discount card on the official website, you can also purchase it at National Express' official travel shops.
Reminder: Not all UK coaches offer discounts; it depends on the specific ones, primarily with National Express.
Reminder: If you buy discounted bus tickets, make sure to bring your Young Person Coachcard with you because ticket checks are conducted. They will ask to see your Young Person Coachcard car discount card, and if you don't have it, they may ask you to pay the full ticket price or impose a fine. In some cases, they may even prevent you from boarding the bus if you don't have the car discount card.
Reminder: If you are caught using someone else's car discount card to purchase discounted tickets and travel on the bus, it can have serious consequences. This is considered identity fraud and can lead to legal action, with a guilty plea and a criminal record. In the future, when asked about any convictions, whether for job applications or any other circumstances, you must answer truthfully and provide an explanation. Therefore, it is important not to use someone else's card.
Reminder: The car discount card cannot be purchased from the driver or individuals privately. However, you can purchase it on the official website on behalf of someone else by providing some personal information about the other person.
Reminder: The age range of 16 to 26 includes both 16 and 26 years old.
