Tickets - Payment FAQ What forms of payment does Iarnród Éireann accept? Reservations made Online/Telesales: Visa Debit Card Mastercard Credit Card We do not accept American Express cards. Reservation made in person (ie at selected booking offices): Cash Credit/Debit Cards Do I pay VAT on train tickets? No, rail tickets are VAT exempt. If you require proof of purchase, we recommend that you present your ticket and booking confirmation email, (where applicable). Is the 50% discount on top of the 20% discount? Yes, all fares have been reduced by 20%, so the 50% discount has been applied to the reduced adult fare Print Back to top