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Did you know that as a student, you’re entitled to compensation for train delays? Yes, you read that right! Even you can claim compensation when your train journey is delayed, despite traveling for free with public transport.
Do students receive compensation for train delays?
It’s a common misconception that students cannot receive compensation for train delays because they already travel for free. However, despite your free access to public transport, you’ll still receive compensation for a train delay, transferred into your own bank account!
How much money can you expect to receive?
Okay, students receive a lower compensation than other passengers. At NS, as a student, you’ll receive about:
- €2,- for delays between 30 minutes to one hour.
- Is the delay longer than an hour? Then the amount doubles to €4,-.
Although this may not sound like a huge amount, it’s still a nice little extra. With that money, you can, for example, treat yourself to some snacks to indulge in after a long day of attending lectures.
In conclusion, don’t forget that as a student, you also have the right to compensation for train delays. It may not be much, but it’s still a nice gesture for the inconvenience you’ve experienced. So, claim your compensation and treat yourself to something tasty to ease the pain of that delayed train journey!
Do you know if your train delay is eligible for compensation? Read it in our blog “Compensation for train delays: Everything you need to know”.