Free Bus Travel for Under-22s In 2022 the Scottish Government introduced free nationwide bus travel for young people. It is open to anyone aged 5-21 who is resident in Scotland for most of the year (6 months or more).
Are buses free for students in Edinburgh?
Eligibility. If you are 5-21 years old and live in Scotland you are eligible for free bus travel. All children and young people aged 5-21 will need to apply for a new or replacement National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC) to access free bus travel.
Do students get free bus pass Scotland?
Contents. Young people aged 5 to 21, who live in Scotland for at least 6 months a year, can apply for a free bus pass. You can use this to travel on most bus services in Scotland for free. Your Young Scot Card (Young Scot NEC) or other National Entitlement Card (NEC) will be your bus pass.
Who is entitled to free bus passes in Scotland?
Overview. If you are over 60 or have a disability, you could be eligible for free bus travel to get around Scotland and your local area. You can access this via the National Entitlement Card, your pass to free bus travel in Scotland.
Is public transport free in Edinburgh?
How to access the free bus scheme for young people. Young people aged 5 to 21 and living in Scotland can now apply to access free bus travel. If you’re unable to apply online, you can visit one of our libraries.
How much is a bus pass in Edinburgh?
How much does a Ridacard cost?
| Adult | Junior (5-15 years) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1-week Advance Purchase | £20 | £10 |
| 4-week Advance Purchase | £60 | £30 |
| Annual Advance Purchase | £600 | £300 |
| Direct Debit Monthly | £56 | £26 |
Who is entitled to a free bus pass UK?
If you live in England or Wales
In England you can get a bus pass for free travel when you reach the State Pension age. If you live in London, you can travel free on buses, tubes and other transport when you’re 60, but only within London. In Wales you can get a bus pass when you reach 60.
Can I use my free bus pass anywhere in the UK?
Where can I use my bus pass? Your bus pass is valid for use on all registered Bus services within England, so if you are visiting other places you should be able to use your pass. It is not valid in Wales* or Scotland.
Is a National Entitlement Card a bus pass?
The National Entitlement Card (NEC) is Scotland’s National Smartcard, offering access to many public services across the country. You may recognise or know the NEC as your bus pass, library card or Young Scot card, however this one card may be able to grant you access to multiple other services as well.
Can I use Scottish bus pass in England?
Card holders can travel at any time of day for any number of journeys on registered local buses and long distance scheduled coach services throughout Scotland. NECs are not valid for travel on bus services in England or any other part of the UK except limited cross border travel to Berwick-upon-Tweed and Carlisle.
Can I use my bus pass on Scottish Citylink?
See the best of Scotland using your free concessionary bus pass! Citylink participates in the Scottish National Concessionary Travel Scheme, meaning eligible cardholders can travel as per scheme rules on our services where applicable.
At what age do you get a free bus pass in Scotland?
You can get free bus and long-distance coach travel in Scotland if you’re: 60 or over. under 60, disabled and meet certain conditions.
When did free bus passes start in Scotland?
1 The National Bus Travel Scheme for Older and Disabled People was introduced on 1 April 2006 after a public consultation exercise and discussions with stakeholders including local authorities, bus operators and the Mobility and Access Committee for Scotland (MACS).
Is the Edinburgh Pass worth it?
Scotland Explorer Pass is totally worth the cost. It gives you free entry to 77 sites in Scotland (including fast track entry to Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle). You can save more than £30 using the pass (and you’ll start saving after the second attraction).
Can I use my Scottish bus pass on Edinburgh buses?
No. English bus passes are not accepted in Scotland and vice versa. Only passes issued by City of Edinburgh Council work on the trams as they’re funded by the council.
Can you get into Edinburgh Castle for free?
Edinburgh Castle
Entry to the castle is not free, but you can walk up to it and take in the fantastic views. Edinburgh Castle tickets are cheaper if you buy online (£18 per adult) but paying at the gate will cost £21.
Can I use my bus pass to Edinburgh Airport?
Contactless, Lothian Buses Ridacards and Scottish National Concession passes can be used on Airlink. City singles and Day tickets are not valid on Airlink.
Are Edinburgh Trams free?
If you do not purchase, validate or activate before you board the tram, you will have to pay the £10 On-board fare to the Ticketing Services Assistant.
Can you pay for bus with card Edinburgh?
Paying by card is also possible. You can also use mobile tickets, on the Transport for Edinburgh phone app, or a top-up ‘citysmart’ card, which you can purchase in the Lothian Buses Travelshops.
Can I use my bus pass on the train in Scotland?
Rail and bus tickets allow you to book train and bus travel together, making it easier to travel to far-flung places and get about town. There are two main options for travel across Scotland: PLUSBUS, a bus pass to go along with your train ticket; and RailBus, which gives you a single ticket to a specific destination.
What does C+ mean on a bus pass?
Companion Permit (C+)
To qualify for a Companion Permit (identified by a C+ on your pass) please provide either a letter stating that you require assistance in order to travel from one of the following: Social Services.