Bus and rail services – England, Scotland and Wales

England, Scotland and Wales  

Disabled Person’s Railcard

If you have epilepsy and still have seizures, even though you are taking anti-epileptic drugs, you are eligible for a Disabled Person's Railcard. You can get an application form from the following sources.

• Disabled persons railcard: www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk
• National Rail: tel 0845 748 4950
• The Epilepsy Helpline: tel 0808 800 5050; helpline@epilepsy.org.uk

Discounted bus fares

Many people with epilepsy are entitled to discounted bus fares. There are different rules about this around the UK. Follow this link for more information: Discounted bus fares

Northern Ireland 

If you have been refused a driving licence because of your epilepsy, you may be entitled to a Half Fare SmartPass from Translink.

• Translink: tel 0845 600 0049; www.translink.co.uk

November 2008