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60 and Over Welsh Concessionary Travel Card  

The 60 and Over Welsh Concessionary Travel Card gives older people access to free bus travel across Wales. You also get discounted travel on many rail services.  

Application guidance:   https://trc.cymru/sites/default/files/inline-files/Concessionary%20Travel%20Card%20application%20form%20guidance_0.pdf     

Website:  https://trc.cymru/travelcards    

Phone : 0 300 303 4240  

Email : t [email protected]    

Eligibility  

You need to be a permanent resident of Wales aged 60 or over. You can apply for your pass up to 20 days before your 60 th  Birthday.  

You will need to:  

• Provide two forms of evidence of your address  
• One form of evidence of your age  

Application  

It is easiest to apply online, here:  https://trc.cymru/travelcards    

You  can  contact Transport for wales at 0300 303 4240 or email  [email protected]   with your enquiry or if you require support with your application  

Disabled Person’s Welsh Concessionary Travel Card  

The Disabled Person’s Welsh Concessionary Travel Card gives disabled people access to free bus travel across Wales.  You also get discounted travel on many rail services.  

Website:   https://trc.cymru/travelcards    

Email : t [email protected]  

• You receive  Higher Rate Mobility Component  of the Disability Living Allowance   
• You receive the Personal Independence Payment with:  
• 8 or more points under Descriptor 7 “Communicating Verbally”; or   
• 12 points under Descriptor 11 “Planning and Following a Journey”; or   
• 8 or more points under Descriptor 12 “Moving Around”.   
• You have a  Ministry of  Defence  award letter under tariffs 1-8 of the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) on official headed paper.  
• You have  aVeterans  UK Agency War Pensioners Mobility Supplement (WPMS) award letter on official headed paper.    

OR if you’ve received an Eligibility Assessment Approval from the local authority that you meet one of the following criteria :  

Visually Impaired People  

• Have a high degree of sight loss in both eyes.   
• Severely sight impaired – cannot read, (with your glasses if worn) the top letter of a standard eye test chart at a distance of 3  metres  or less.   
• Sight impaired – can only read (with your glasses if worn) the top letter of a standard eye test chart at a distance of 6  metres  or less.   

D/deaf people  

• Profoundly or severely deaf, a hearing loss across both ears of 70 decibels ( dBHL ) or greater.   
• Cannot Speak – you are unable to communicate orally in any language  

People with p hysical impairments  

• An impairment or injury that has a substantial long term adverse effect on ability to walk.   
• Without arms or long-term loss of the use of both arms.   

People with c ognitive impairments  

• You have a c ognitive Impairment  
• You w ould be refused a  licence  to drive a motor vehicle under Part III of the Road Traffic Act 1988, pursuant to section 92 of that Act (physical fitness) other than on the ground of persistent misuse of drugs or alcohol.   

If you meet one of the eligibility criteria 1 to 7 above, and you have not been assessed by your local authority, please contact your local authority to obtain further information  

Companions  

If you require assistance from another person when travelling for some or all of your journeys you can apply for a companion card that provides free travel for one person accompanying you.  

If you require a companion card, you’ll need to contact your local council.  

They will assess whether you meet the criteria, and can then process your application.  

• To apply, you must be a permanent resident of Wales  
• You must submit proof of address and ID  

You  can contact Transport for Wales at 0300 303 4240 or email [email protected]   with your enquiry or if you require support with your application.

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A. If you are aged 60 or over or have a disability, you are eligible for free travel in Wales through the Concessionary Bus Pass scheme. You can apply for your bus pass on the  Transport for Wales website  or ask a friend, family member or someone you trust to apply online on your behalf.  Online is the quickest way to apply and receive your card.

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Q. Where can I use my Welsh Concessionary Bus Pass?

A. You can use your Welsh Concessionary Bus Pass on all local bus services in Wales. You cannot use your Welsh pass for travel in England and you cannot use your English pass for travel in Wales.

Please be aware that your concessionary pass cannot be used on coach services such as National Express or Megabus.  National Express do offer a Senior Coachcard for people over 60, which you can find more details here by clicking here.

Please see the links below for information on concessionary passes from the following local councils:

• Blaenau-Gwent
• Carmarthenshire
• Denbighshire
• Isle of Anglesey
• Merthyr Tydfil
• Neath Port Talbot
• Pembrokeshire
• Rhondda Cynon Taf
• Vale of Glamorgan

If you wish to see more information regarding the concessionary travel pass, please see the Welsh Government website here.

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If you have a Concessionary Travel Pass from a Welsh Local Authority, you can travel for free on many Transport for Wales trains. 

You can travel between:

• Wrexham – Hawarden Bridge
• Machynlleth – Pwllheli (Cambrian Coast line) – October to March only
• Llandudno – Blaenau Ffestiniog (Conwy Valley line)
• Shrewsbury and Llanelli/Swansea (Heart of Wales Line) – October - March only

You will need to get a free ticket from the ticket office before you travel or from a Conductor on the train if there is no ticket office.

You will also get 1/3 off tickets to travel on the Cardiff and Valley network after 09:30 Monday - Friday and any time at weekends and bank holidays.

For more information, please visit the Transport for Wales website.

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You will be required to upload one proof of date of birth, two proofs of address, a passport approved colour photograph and provide your National Insurance Number.  A complete list of  acceptable documents  can be found on Transport for Wales website.  You will be unable to complete your application if this information is not provided, to apply online visit  Transport for Wales  Portal and follow the simple instructions.

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Free bus pass age increase for over-60s in Wales axed

• Published 20 December 2019

Plans to raise the age older people are eligible to receive a free bus pass in Wales have been shelved by ministers.

A new law would have seen the age rise to match the state pension age of 65, which rises again to 67 by 2028.

Minsters have expressed concerns over the cost of the passes with 880,000 expected to be eligible by 2021.

The decision has been welcomed by the Older People's Commissioner for Wales, saying it would have affected up to 300,000 people.

Heléna Herklots said she had "consistently expressed my opposition to the proposals", when they were unveiled by Transport Minister Ken Skates in July.

"Access to free bus travel brings many benefits for older people, supporting their health, well-being and independence, enabling them to remain connected and engaged with their communities, supporting them in their caring responsibilities and enabling them to stay in employment or access learning and training opportunities," the commissioner said.

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According to a recent consultation, pass holders account for about 47% of bus journeys in Wales, with around 730,000 passes in circulation at the end of 2018.

Bus firms are reimbursed on the basis of an adult single fare, according to a White Paper published last year .

Figures from 2016 showed the cost of providing free bus travel up to that point was in the region of £840m.

A Welsh Government official said Wales was the first country in the UK to introduce free bus travel for older people.

"We will be doing further work to develop a more flexible and long-term approach towards fare concessions, considering financial implications and passenger need," the spokesperson said

"As a result of this additional work, this policy area will not be included in the forthcoming bus legislation," they added.

Janet Finch-Saunders, the Welsh Conservatives' spokeswoman on older people, said she was "delighted that a common-sense decision has been made by the Welsh Government just before Christmas".

"It could have seen reduced bus use, threaten the viability of routes, and run the risk of increasing loneliness and isolation," she said.

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Public Transport Concessions: Free Bus Pass, Senior Railcard and More

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Last Updated: 25/10/2023

Older adults in the UK are eligible for a variety of public transport concessions, helping save you money in the process. These include a Senior Railcard, a Disabled Persons Railcard, an Older Person’s Bus Pass and more!

Here, we’ve looked at how to get each of these discounts or freebies for older adults, along with other discounted forms of public transport you may be eligible for.

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London Freedom Pass

60+ london oyster photocard, discounts on rail travel.

You could be eligible for one of the following railcards that’ll get you discounts on train services, depending on your age, relationship and whether you’re classed as having a disability:

• Senior Railcard (60 years and over)

Disabled Persons Railcard

• Two Together Railcard

Both of these are discount cards. You purchase them each year for a set fee and they get you a third off the cost of your train travel.

Senior Railcard

The Senior Railcard is available for anyone aged 60 and over to buy. This costs just £30 (or £70 for three years), so will have effectively paid for itself after only a few train trips.

When using the Senior Railcard, you can expect to make average annual savings of £76, or £5.34 per journey. For example, a train from London to Liverpool goes down from around £68.60 to £45.25, while a train from Doncaster to London goes down from £32.50 to £21.45.

You can apply for one of these through the Senior Railcard website . You’ll need a valid passport or UK driving licence for ID. You can also apply in person at some of the UK’s most staffed railway stations.

If you meet any of the following criteria, you could be eligible for a Disabled Persons Railcard:

• You receive a disability-related benefit, such as Personal Independence Payment , Attendance Allowance or Severe Disablement Allowance
• You’re registered as deaf or you use a hearing aid
• You’re registered as having a visual impairment
• You have epilepsy

To apply for this railcard or to get more information surrounding eligibility criteria, visit the Disabled Person’s Railcard website .

Senior Railcard For Couples

Though there’s no railcard specifically aimed at older couples, the Two Together Railcard works in the same way for people of all ages. This railcard is to be used by you and a second person - both of you will be named on the railcard. They’re best used by yourself and the person you travel with most - often your partner or spouse.

When using a Two Together Railcard, you get one-third off rail fares when travelling together. It costs just £30 and leads to average savings of £153 per year (or £6.26 per journey).

For example, travelling from London to Edinburgh would typically cost around £145, but this goes down to £95.70 with a Two Together Railcard. Similarly, getting the train from York to London goes down from £88 to £58.

Apply for the Two Together Railcard through the official Railcard website .

Free Bus Pass For Over 60s

You could be eligible for one of the following free bus passes, depending on your age and whether you’re classed as having a disability:

• An older person’s bus pass
• A disabled person’s bus pass

Both of these passes will get you free travel on local buses.

It might also be worth getting in touch with individual transport operators to see if they offer any discounts. For example, National Express offer Coachcards to older (60+) or disabled customers. These cost £12.50 a year and save you a third on your travel.

Older person’s bus pass

You’ll become eligible for an older person’s bus pass when you reach the State Pension age.

Apply for your bus pass through the GOV.UK website .

Disabled person’s bus pass

Unlike an older person’s bus pass, there’s no central provider for the disabled person’s bus pass.

To find out if you’re eligible and where to apply, get in touch with your local council . All you need to do is enter your postcode and you’ll be redirected to the relevant part of your local council’s website.

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Senior Rail Travel and Bus Discounts Throughout the UK

English national concessionary travel scheme.

The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) covers senior travel discounts in England. Passes are issued locally, but give cardholders free bus travel throughout all of England. An ENCTS bus pass also allows for some free and discounted rail tickets. You must be 66 years or older to be eligible.

Learn more about or apply for an English National Concessionary Travel Pass

c2c Senior Rover Travel

c2c’s Senior Rover ticket allows unlimited one-day train travel for just £7 (or £10 when including London destinations). These are available to anyone aged 65 years and over.

Learn more about or buy a Senior Rover ticket

Greater Manchester Senior Travel Pass

Older adults can get free rail tickets in Greater Manchester between 09:30 and midnight Monday to Friday, and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in Greater Manchester.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a Greater Manchester Senior Travel Pass

Merseyside Senior Travel Pass

Senior citizens can get free rail tickets in Merseyside after 09:30 Monday to Friday (to avoid morning peak times), and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in Merseyside.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a Merseyside Senior Travel Pass

South Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass

Older adults get 50% off rail fares in South Yorkshire between 09:30 and 23:00 Monday to Friday, and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in South Yorkshire.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a South Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass

Tyne and Wear Senior Travel Pass

Older adults in Tyne and Wear can purchase reduced-price train tickets as well as extra discounts if they get a Metro Gold Card (£12 per year). Eligibility is based on age and residency in Tyne and Wear.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a Tyne and Wear Senior Travel Pass

West Midlands Senior Travel Pass

Older adults get free train travel in the West Midlands between 09:30 and 23:00 Monday to Friday, and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in the West Midlands.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a West Midlands Senior Travel Pass

West Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass

Older adults get 50% off rail journeys within West Yorkshire after 09:30 Monday to Friday, and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in West Yorkshire.

Check if you’re eligible for a West Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass

Scotrail Club 50

Members get a 20% discount on Off-Peak and Advance and cheaper flat-fare tickets when purchased online. These offers are available all year round to Scotrail customers aged 50 and over. Scotrail Club 50 is perfect for people who aren’t yet eligible for a Senior Railcard.

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National Entitlement Card (NEC)

The National Entitlement Card (NEC) allows older adults in Scotland to receive travel discounts. Anyone living in Scotland can access discounted travel schemes throughout the country. To be eligible, you must also be 60 years or over.

Get a Scottish 60+ National Entitlement Card

Edinburgh and Glasgow over 60s rail discounts

Scotland’s two largest cities offer the following rail travel discounts:

• Glasgow - Discounted rail tickets on journeys within Strathclyde and Glasgow Subway
• Edinburgh - Free tram journeys in Edinburgh

There are also reduced train fares for 60+ NEC holders in other parts of Scotland.

Welsh Concessionary Travel Card

In Wales, travel discounts for older adults are covered by the Welsh Government Concessionary Travel Scheme. This offers free bus travel throughout Wales to people aged 60 and over, as well as some free and discounted rail tickets.

Apply for a Welsh Concessionary Travel Card

The following free and discounted rail travel is available to Welsh Concessionary Travel Scheme holders:

• Cardiff and Valleys Line
• Conwy Valley Line
• Wrexham to Hawarden Bridge
• Cambrian Coast
• Heart of Wales Line

Learn more about discounted senior travel in Wales

Northern Ireland

60 plus smartpass.

You’re eligible if aged between 60 and 64 while being a permanent Northern Ireland resident. A 60 Plus SmartPass entitles you to free bus and rail travel throughout the country.

Apply for a 60 Plus SmartPass

Senior SmartPass

This is aimed at permanent Northern Ireland residents over 65. They entitle you to free bus and rail travel throughout the country, along with free cross-border rail travel all along the Belfast to Dublin line.

Apply for a Senior SmartPass

London Freedom Passes allow London residents to travel around the city for free, including on trams, National Rail services, the Underground, river services and buses, as well as free local bus journeys nationally.

If you live in London, you can apply for a Freedom Pass if one of the following applies to you:

• You’ve reached the State Pension age (in this case, you’ll be eligible for an Older Person’s Freedom Pass)
• You have a disability (in this case, you’ll be eligible for a Disabled Person’s Freedom Pass)

You can travel for free on TfL (Transport for London) services with an Older Person’s Freedom Pass from 09:00 on weekdays and anytime on weekends and bank holidays. A Disabled Person’s Freedom Pass allows you to travel at any time on TfL services.

To learn more about the London Freedom Pass or to apply for it, visit the London Councils Freedom Pass webpage .

Apply for an Older Person’s Freedom Pass

Apply for a Disabled Person’s Freedom Pass

If you’re over 60 but under the State Pension age and you live in any London borough, you can get a special Oyster card for free travel in the city on several different rail services.

Many people get a 60+ London Oyster Photocard before they’re entitled to a Freedom Pass. If you’re eligible for a Freedom Pass, you can’t get a 60+ London Oyster Photocard.

This costs £20 and gives free travel on:

• The London Overground
• TfL (Transport for London) Rail

As well as all London Overground and TfL Rail services, you can also use the 60+ London Oyster Photocard on certain National Rail services on the following lines:

• Chiltern Railways
• Great Northern
• Greater Anglia
• Southeastern

You can learn more about the 60+ London Oyster Photocard and make an application through their webpage on Transport for London .

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