Can I use my English bus pass in Northern Ireland? Can I use my UK seniors bus pass in Northern Ireland, particularly Belfast?
No a pass issued in England cannot be used in Northern Ireland
just as a pass issued in Northern Ireland cannot be used in England.
Does my bus pass work in Northern Ireland?
Transport concessions
With a 60+ SmartPass you can travel anywhere in Northern Ireland on any Translink bus or rail service and a number of coach services completely free of charge
.
Can I use my free bus pass in Northern Ireland?
You cannot use your existing free travel pass for free travel within Northern Ireland
.
Can I use a UK bus pass in Ireland?
The answer is no: England, Scotland, and Wales have their own free travel schemes separate from Ireland. Irish free travel passes only work between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Despite the fact that
an Irish free bus pass doesn’t work in England
, it is still a very effective social program.
Can I use my 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. *A.
Can I use my free travel pass from Dublin to Belfast?
Cross-Border Free Travel
A Free Travel Card or Paper Pass may be used to travel free of charge on cross-border journeys between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland and vice versa
.
Can I use my senior railcard in Northern Ireland?
Can I use the Railcard in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland? A: Railcards can be used for rail discounts in the area known as Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales).
They cannot be used for rail travel in either in Northern Ireland nor the Republic of Ireland
.
Does Irish Ferries accept free travel pass?
The Free Travel Scheme allows you to travel, free of charge, on public transport and some private bus and ferry services
. Everyone aged 66 and over, living permanently in Ireland, can get the Free Travel Scheme.
Can I use my railcard in Northern Ireland?
Railcards can be used for rail discounts in the area known as Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales).
They cannot be used for rail travel in either in Northern Ireland nor the Republic of Ireland
.
Can I use my English bus pass in Scotland?
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. Other Scottish passes aren’t accepted on the trams.
What age do you get your bus pass in Northern Ireland?
Concessionary fares (bus passes) in Northern Ireland
everyone aged
60 and over
. people who are registered blind.
Is train travel free for pensioners?
Buses, trams and trains
Travel free on bus, tram, Tube, DLR, London Overground and Elizabeth line
. You can travel free on TfL services with your Older Person’s Freedom Pass from 09:00 weekdays and anytime at weekends and on bank holidays.
What does P mean on free travel card?
If FT-P is written on the card the holder is
personally entitled to free travel
. If FT+S is written on the card the holder can travel with their spouse, partner or cohabitant. If FT+C is written on the card the holder can have a companion (over 16) travel with them for free.
Can I use my England bus pass in Wales?
You cannot use your Welsh pass for travel in England
and you cannot use your English pass for travel in Wales.
Can I use my bus pass on trains in England?
English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) passes (or bus passes as they are often referred to) are
not valid on all trains
.
Can you use bus pass on trains in Scotland?
The card gives holders free bus travel in Scotland and, through the Strathclyde Concessionary Travel Scheme, reduced fares on trains and Subway in the Strathclyde area
. If you live on an island or peninsula within Strathclyde you can also receive reduced ferry fares with a Strathclyde Concessionary Travel Ferry Card.
Can you use free travel pass on Luas?
While on Luas infrastructure or on Luas trams, all passengers must have a valid ticket or pass.
Travel on Luas is free for those in possession of a Public Services Free Travel Pass or pensioners’ Public Services Free Travel Pass
. There is no restriction put on when a passenger can travel with these passes.
Do pensioners get free travel in UK?
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 travel pass in Europe?
What is the free European travel pass?
The European travel pass is mainly for use on the InterRail system, but pass holders will also be able to use buses and ferries at certain times to help make travel across Europe easier
. You will only need a single rail ticket for the InterRail.
Is rail travel free for over 60s?
| Service Between | Chiltern Railway Amersham and Marylebone | Chiltern Railway West Ruislip and South Ruislip |
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Can you get to Northern Ireland by train?
A rail and sail ticket offers one of the most cost effective and convenient methods of travelling to Northern Ireland allowing you to travel from your local train station
. A train and ferry ticket combination allows you to travel from virtually any train station in the UK to any train station in Northern Ireland!
Are senior Railcards worth it?
Your Senior Railcard will save you 1/3 off a wide range of tickets
. Why not use our journey planner to see what savings you can make? Your Railcard doesn’t just save you money on travel. It saves you money with our partners too – on days out, museums, hotels and more.
Can I use my Northern Ireland bus pass in Scotland?
You can access this via the National Entitlement Card, your pass to free bus travel in Scotland
. The National Entitlement Card scheme also allows for free travel for companions where required by eligible disabled people of any age (including children under 5).
Can I stay in my car on a ferry to Ireland?
If you are wondering can you stay in your vehicle on a ferry
the answer in most cases is no
. Once the vessel starts with crossing, you will not be allowed onto the car parking deck as most of the large car ferries for safety reasons, do not allow passengers to stay in their cars.
Is a 16 25 railcard valid in Northern Ireland?
Your Santander 16-25 Railcard can only be used for discounts on the National Rail network in Great Britain; that is England, Scotland and Wales.
It cannot be used on train services in Northern Ireland
or the Republic of Ireland.
What is a senior SmartPass?
Using a SmartPass
60+ and Senior (65+) SmartPasses are issued for the sole purpose of
proving eligibility for concessionary travel on eligible scheduled services operated by Translink and other participating operators
.
How much is a senior rail card?
| Type Price (1-year Railcard) Price (3-year Railcard) | Disabled Persons Railcard £20 £54 | Family & Friends Railcard £30 £70 | Network Railcard £30 n/a | Senior Railcard £30 £70 |
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What does a National Entitlement Card entitle you to?
The NEC can be used to access
free, discounted and concessionary travel on public transport in your local area and across Scotland
. The smartcard can also be used for access to community car clubs such as Co-wheels, and storing travel tickets and passes from a number of operators.
What is a Saltire Card for?
Are Edinburgh trams free for pensioners?
If you have a Scottish National Entitlement Card (also known as a Saltire card) issued by the City of Edinburgh Council, you are entitled to free travel on the tram
. The same applies to cards from any local authority indicating visual impairment.
How far out of London can I use my freedom pass?
jpg. Freedom Passes will be valid to use on
all of the Elizabeth line including stops outside of London
. Freedom Pass holders should note that Bond Street on the Elizabeth line is not currently in use.
Can I use my over 60 pass before 9am?
Can I use my bus pass in London?
You can also use your pass anytime everyday of the week in London on buses bearing the Transport for London roundel logo
(you cannot use your pass on the Underground, DLR, Trams or non Transport for London buses). See Journey planning, timetables and maps for planning your travel.
Do senior citizens get discount on UK trains?
Aged 60 or over?
Save 1/3 on most rail fares throughout Great Britain with a Senior Railcard
. With a Senior Railcard anyone 60 years or over can save 1/3 on all Standard and First Class, Anytime, Off-Peak and Advance fares for £30.
What do you get free at 60 UK?
In the UK, everyone over the age of 60 gets
free prescriptions and NHS eye tests
. You can also get free NHS dental treatment if you’re over 60 and claiming pension guarantee credits or other benefits if you’re under state pension age.
Can I use my bus pass on trains in West Yorkshire?
Your pass is valid for free travel at all times on local bus services, trams and trains* within South Yorkshire and also for travel on Northern train services* between South and West Yorkshire
. Please note that your pass is not valid for train journeys wholly within West Yorkshire.
