How much is the student ticket discount? An inventory of hot topics and latest policies across the Internet
Recently, the preferential policy for student tickets has become a hot topic on social platforms. Especially when the summer travel peak coincides with the start of school season, the student group's attention to discounts in transportation, cultural tourism and other fields has soared. The following is a structured summary of student ticket discount information based on the hotspot data from the entire network in the past 10 days to help you plan your itinerary easily.
1. Comparison of discounts on transportation student tickets
| Transportation | Discount margin | Applicable conditions | Latest policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed rail/EMU | 25% off on second class seats | December each year to September of the following year | New electronic student ID verification will be added in 2024 |
| airplane | Up to 40% discount | Exclusive activities for some airlines | China Southern Airlines launches student discount class in August |
| city bus | 50% off or free | Need to apply for student card | Chengdu and other 15 cities promote "all-in-one card" |
2. Inventory of benefits for cultural and tourism students
| Attraction type | average discount | Credential requirements | Popular cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5A level scenic spot | 50% off retail price | Student ID + ID card | The Forbidden City releases 500 student tickets every day |
| museum | Free and open | Make an appointment online | Shaanxi History Museum extends student access |
| theme park | 70-20% off | Tickets need to be purchased 1 day in advance | Shanghai Disney launches back-to-school season packages |
3. Top 3 hot topics on the Internet
1.Can electronic student ID cards be used universally?Education bureaus in many places have made it clear that electronic student ID cards will have the same validity as physical ID cards from 2024, but some scenic spots still require the use of ID cards.
2.Do graduate students receive discounts?The latest response from Railway 12306: Full-time graduate students can purchase student tickets, but part-time students are not included in the scope.
3.Disputes over preferential periodsNetizens are hotly discussing whether the discount period should be extended outside the winter and summer vacations. Currently, only Yunnan and other places are piloting year-round discounts for student scenic spots.
4. Guide to avoiding pitfalls when using student tickets
•Ticket purchase time:Train tickets must be purchased within the discounted range and are limited to 4 one-way trips per year
•Document preparation:It is recommended to bring your student ID card, ID card and Xuexin.com for registration.
•Dynamic query:The official website of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism updates the changes in student ticket policies for scenic spots every week.
Summarize:The current student ticket discounts cover transportation, cultural tourism and other fields, with an average discount of 50% to 70% off. It is recommended that student groups make full use of policy bonuses, pay attention to limited-time activities on various platforms (such as Meituan’s August Education Discount Week), and maximize savings based on their own needs. It should be noted that some preferential policies have regional differences, so be sure to verify the latest information through official channels before traveling.
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