Carnet tickets

Q: Can I share my Carnet tickets with others?

No, Carnet tickets are for individual use only and cannot be shared with others.

Q: What happens if I don’t use all my tickets within three months?

Unused tickets expire after three months and cannot be refunded or extended.

Q: Can I use Carnet tickets during peak times?

Yes, Carnet tickets are valid for Anytime Day Return travel, so you can use them during peak or off-peak times.

Q: Can I purchase Carnet tickets online?

Yes, you can purchase Carnet tickets online or at a ticket office. Collect them from a station or have them delivered.

Q: Are discounts available with Carnet tickets?

You cannot combine Carnet tickets with Railcard or GroupSave discounts.

If you make regular trips between London Victoria and Gatwick Airport, Carnet tickets are the hassle-free and cost-effective way of buying your tickets. Get five or ten flexible Anytime Day Return tickets and travel when it suits you, within the validity period of three months.

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Ticket overview

Carnet tickets are perfect for flexible travel. Whether you commute regularly but not every day or make occasional trips, Carnet tickets allow you to purchase five or ten Anytime Day Return tickets in advance and use them whenever you need. Travel is completely flexible, with no requirement to specify travel dates in advance.

Simply present your Carnet ticket on the day of travel and enjoy the flexibility of choosing when to use it. Plus, since these tickets are valid for three months from the purchase date, you’ll have plenty of time to use them at your convenience.

Benefits

Flexible travel: Use Carnet tickets when you need them, without committing to specific travel dates.
Great savings: Enjoy a discount compared to buying individual Anytime Day Return tickets.
Convenient options: Purchase Carnet tickets as a book of five or ten Anytime Day Returns.
Long validity: Tickets are valid for three months, giving you the flexibility to travel at your own pace.
Ideal for part-time commuters: Perfect if you don’t travel every day but still want to save on regular journeys.

When can I use this ticket type?

Carnet tickets can be used on any day of the week for Anytime Day Return journeys. Travel at any time that suits you, including peak periods, making them ideal for flexible schedules.

Things to remember

Single-user tickets: Carnet tickets are for individual use only and cannot be shared.
Expiry date: Tickets must be used within three months from the date of purchase. Unused tickets cannot be refunded or extended beyond this validity period.
Specific routes: Carnet tickets are only valid for travel between the stations printed on the tickets.
Additional restrictions: Carnet tickets may have additional restrictions. Please visit National Rail for full details.

For more details of tickets please see the Carnet terms and conditions for Standard Class and First Class.

Reasons to buy direct

No booking fees: Unlike third-party retailers, buying directly from Gatwick Express means no extra charges – you only pay for the ticket.
Flexible ticket options: Choose to collect your Carnet tickets at a station or have them sent to you.
Delay Repay: Buying direct can mean easier compensation through Delay Repay in case your train is delayed.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I share my Carnet tickets with others?

What happens if I don’t use all my tickets within three months?

Can I use Carnet tickets during peak times?

Can I purchase Carnet tickets online?

Are discounts available with Carnet tickets?

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