Bus. It’s really easy to get around Bristol by bus, with plenty of fast and convenient services available from all key locations. Here’s all the info on Bristol’s public transport network, including train, bus, park and ride, e-scooter and even floating harbour ferry!
How do you pay for buses in Bristol?
There’s no need to ask the driver for a ticket; just tap when you get on and off the bus and make sure you tap the same contactless card or device each time. We accept payments on VISA, Mastercard, Apple Pay (now with Express Mode) and Google Pay.
What public transport is in Bristol?
Metrobus is a new, modern public transport service for the greater Bristol area. Metrobus offers faster, more frequent and more reliable services with direct routes to key destinations.
Can you pay cash on the bus in Bristol?
Contactless payment is still available for all tickets. Tap On, Tap Off is quicker as you don’t need to ask the driver for a ticket. Drivers will also still accept cash payments.
How late do buses run in Bristol?
Bristol has an extensive network of bus services which run after midnight, with several services running 24/7. So whether you’re using the bus to travel for work or for a night out, catch our late night services for a cheap and reliable journey home.
Can you still pay with cash on a bus in the UK?
You can pay on the bus with cash, contactless or a debit or credit card.
What happens if I don’t tap off the bus?
What happens if I forget to tap off? You will be charged the single fare to the end of the route, so always remember to tap off in order to pay the correct fare.
How do you pay for the bus UK?
If your bank card shows the contactless payment symbol, you can use it to pay as you go straight away. You’ll pay an adult rate fare. Many contactless cards issued outside the UK can be used to pay as you go for travel (overseas transaction fees may apply):
Is Bristol Bridge bus only?
While general traffic is banned, buses and taxis can use the route but pedestrians and cyclists have priority. The fine for wrongly going through the bus gate is £60.
Are buses in Bristol reliable?
Bristol’s buses are among the worst in the country for arriving on time – and they’ve been getting worse for years.
Can I pay on the bus with my debit card?
No problem. Secure contactless payments are now available on all of our buses. Paying with contactless is a simple and secure way to pay for tickets without cash. One tap of your contactless card, Apple Pay or Google Pay and you’re aboard and ready to go, no need to worry about having the right change.
What happens if you forget to tap off first bus?
What happens if I forget to ‘Tap off’? You’ll be charged the Single fare to the end of the journey of the bus you were travelling on – so please remember to ‘Tap off’!
What is tapping tap off on a bus?
Want a flexible and cheaper way to pay? TOTO is for you. TOTO (Tap on Tap Off) allows you to get the best value single fare by tapping your contactless card or mobile payment device on the card reader when you get on the bus, and by tapping off at the second card reader by the luggage rack as you leave the bus.
What time does Bristol bus close?
Opening Times (Bus Station)
Thursday 07:00 – 23:00. Friday 07:00 – 23:00. Saturday 07:00 – 23:00. Sunday 07:00 – 23:00.
How much is the A1 bus Bristol?
Fast, frequent and value for money
| A1: Bristol (pre-book online) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single | Return | |
| Adults (16+) | £8.00 | £13.00 |
| Children | £6.00 | £9.00 |
| Family | (n/a) | £25.00 |
Do Bristol buses take contactless?
You can buy tickets in the app, or directly on the bus from the driver on all buses. Many buses will also accept contactless payment. 2-Trip – Like a return ticket, but you don’t have to take your second trip on the same service.
Do buses in UK take card?
There are four easy ways for you to buy your tickets on the bus, using Tap & cap, Contactless payments, paying with cash or paying with a Swift Pay As You Go card.
Can I pay contactless on bus?
No problem. Secure contactless payments are now available on all of our buses. Paying with contactless is a simple and secure way to pay for tickets without cash. One tap of your contactless card, Apple Pay or Google Pay and you’re aboard and ready to go, no need to worry about having the right change.
When did buses go cashless?
6 July
The removal of cash fares will deliver £130m savings to 2022/23 and this will be reinvested in improving transport in the capital. Cash fares will not be accepted from 04:30 on Sunday 6 July, the start of TfL’s next fare charging period.
What happens if you tap in twice?
If you tap in at a station, you can’t pass your oyster card back to your mate behind, the system won’t accept two consecutive tap ins. However, it WILL accept them if the two are broken up by a tap out. So to discourage that, there’s a hefty fee involved with doing so.
What happens if you forget your phone on the bus?
- Make a Call to your phone.
- Ask all your contacts to call your phone.
- If no answer, call the bus company to speak with Shift Supervisor or Duty Manager.
- Make a Police Report if you purchase it using a credit card.
- With police report , go to the Telco or Service Provider to report loss and obtain a new SIM card.