Can I use my concessionary bus pass on Manchester trams?


Can I use my concessionary bus pass on Manchester trams? With a National Concessionary Plus Travel pass from TfGM, you travel free by bus, train or tram on any day at any time in Greater Manchester.


Can I use my concessionary 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. There are some exceptions to this where these passes can be used in local areas, subject to local authority policy.


Does anyone pay for trams in Manchester?

You can't pay for your ticket on the tram, you must pay for your ticket BEFORE getting on the tram. If you buy a physical ticket, you must have this ticket on you throughout your whole journey, you must not lose it! If you have your ticket on your phone, make sure that your phone is fully charged.


Can I use a Manchester Central Zone ticket on the tram?

You can also travel on Metrolink in zone 1 (See tram map) at no extra cost if you have one of the following tickets: The destination on your train ticket is “Manchester Central Zone” (MANCHESTER CTLZ). This is available for train tickets from anywhere in Greater Manchester into Manchester city centre.


Do pensioners get free rail travel in UK?

You can get an older person's bus pass when you reach State Pension age, which is currently 66 for both women and men. If you're 60 or over and live in London, then you can get free travel on buses, trains and other modes of transport in and around London with a 60+ London Oyster photocard.


What happens if you forget to tap out Manchester tram?

your journey will be incomplete (you have up to 2 hours to complete a single journey) we will automatically complete it and the incomplete journey fare (currently set at the maximum single fare of £4.60) will be charged to your account. charges for incomplete journeys do not count towards the daily or weekly cap.


What time can I use my bus pass in Manchester?

The pass can be used anywhere in England between 9.30am and midnight, Monday to Friday, and all day at weekends and public holidays. If you travel before 9.30am you will be charged the normal fare.


Are trams free in Manchester if you have a train ticket?

You can also travel on Metrolink in zone 1 (See tram map) at no extra cost if you have one of the following tickets: The destination on your train ticket is “Manchester Central Zone” (MANCHESTER CTLZ). This is available for train tickets from anywhere in Greater Manchester into Manchester city centre.


What happens if you get on a tram in Manchester without paying?

What happens if you get on a tram in Manchester without paying? If you don't have a valid paper or mobile app ticket, or you don't touch-in successfully with a smart card, contactless card or contactless device you may be charged a penalty fare of up to £120.


What happens if you forget to tap off?

Missed Tap Off Cost If you don't have a default set on your card and you forget to tap off at the end of your trip, you'll be charged the fare to the last stop on the train line or bus route and with your fare type and any applicable loyalty discounts applied.


Do over 60s get free travel in Manchester?

If you are an eligible person aged over 60 and live in Greater Manchester you can apply for a national travel pass from Transport for Greater Manchester. The pass allows you to travel free on any local bus in England between 9.30am and 11.00pm, Monday to Friday.


Is free bus free in Manchester?

free bus services operate around the city centre and are free of charge.