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Transport4 min
TfL student Oyster card explained
The 18+ Student Oyster photocard gives London students 30% off Travelcards and Bus & Tram Passes. Here's who qualifies, how to apply, and what the discount actually covers.
4 Sept 2026
Transport8 min
16–25 vs 26–30 Railcard: which one to get as a UK student
Both railcards cost £30 a year and cut a third off National Rail fares. Find out which suits international students best, by age and course length.
31 Aug 2026
Transport10 min
Getting around the UK as a student
How to travel the UK on a student budget — rail, bus, coach, cycling and driving explained, with Railcard discounts and London Oyster tips.
5 Aug 2026