Applying For A Bus Pass

In England, you can get a free bus pass when you reach the State Pension age.
In London, if you are 60 or over, you can use the buses and tubes free.
In Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, you can apply for a bus pass when you turn 60.

Under the Equality Act (2010), disability is defined by an impairment that impacts your mental and physical abilities differently to most people. If this applies to you then you can apply for a disabled bus pass.
You can automatically get a bus pass if:
- You get the higher rate of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for mobility.
- You have at least 8 points in Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for “moving around” or “communicating verbally.”
- You get War Pensioner's Mobility Supplement.

In England, contact your local council to find out who gives out disabled bus passes.
The local council's travel concession authority will decide if you can get a bus pass.
You may need extra assessments if you don’t get the benefits mentioned above.
In Wales, apply for a Concessionary Travel Card here.
In Scotland, apply for a disabled bus pass here.
In Northern Ireland, find information about free and discounted bus and rail passes here.

The child cannot walk to school due to their SEN (Special Educational Needs) or mobility problems.
The child is under 8 and lives more than 2 miles away from their school.
The child is over 8 and lives more than 3 miles away from their school.
There isn't a walking route between where they live and their school that is safe for the child.
Low income families may also qualify. For example, if the child receives free school meals or the family claim the highest Working Tax Credit.

If you are having difficulties, please contact the Friends, Families and Travellers helpline on 01273 234 777. We are open: