Can I use my concessionary bus pass on trains in Scotland?
Can I use my concessionary bus pass on trains in Scotland? Elderly and disabled residents in the Strathclyde region can save money on public transport with the National Entitlement Card (NEC). 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.
Can I use my concessionary bus pass on trains in London?
If you are 66 or over and live in London borough, or have a disability and live in London, this pass allows you to travel for free or get discounts on a range of transport services across London, including most National Rail services.
How far can I use my bus pass in Scotland?
Where can I travel? Almost everywhere in Scotland and as far as Carlisle and Berwick-upon-Tweed. Your National Entitlement Card gives you free travel throughout Scotland on nearly all local registered and long-distance scheduled bus services.
Do pensioners get free train travel in UK?
60+ Oyster photocard (London) If you are 60 or over and live in a London borough, this card allows you to travel for free within London on Transport for London services and most National Rail services. Find out more about the 60+ Oyster photocard, including eligibility, benefits and how to apply.
Can I use my bus pass on the Edinburgh Airport bus?
Tickets can be bought on board the bus. Contactless, Lothian Buses Ridacards and Scottish National Concession passes can be used on Airlink. City singles and Day tickets are not valid on Airlink.
Can I use my bus pass on the ferry Scotland?
You need to bring your National Entitlement Card (which you might also know as your Young Scot Card, saltirecard or bus pass) with you when you travel. Ferry staff will check you have a valid card and voucher when you travel and will check the date of birth on your card.
Are Edinburgh Trams free for over 60?
60 and over The NEC card entitles you to free bus travel across Scotland, and also on trams if your card was issued by the City of Edinburgh Council.
What does C Plus mean on a bus pass?
Companion Permit (C+) If you hold an older persons or disabled persons bus pass and have difficulty travelling you could be entitled to travel with a companion.
Can you use a bus pass on a train UK?
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.
Do pensioners get cheap train travel in Scotland?
With a Senior Railcard, anyone aged 60 or over can save a third on standard and first class train fares throughout Great Britain. You can buy a Senior Railcard online or at mainline train stations.
Do over 60s get free travel in Scotland?
If you are over 60 you could be eligible for free bus travel to get around Scotland and your local area, accessed via the National Entitlement Card.