Can I get a discount on student bus travel?
Yes! We offer a range of student passes which offer a great saving compared with standard tickets. What’s even better, once you have your ticket loaded onto your StagecoachSmart student card, unlimited travel is at your fingertips, meaning you only need to worry about having enough money for cheesy chips on the way home on a Saturday night.
How much is a student bus pass?
That’s a good question and not one that can be answered in just one sentence. There are loads of different options and the prices vary depending on the area you’re based in and how often you want to travel. Check for ticket prices specific to your area.
How do I buy a student bus pass?
It’s quick and easy to buy your pass
online and you’ll get your bus pass through the post in around three working days. You’ll get a StagecoachSmart student card to use on the bus each time you travel. Already have a StagecoachSmart student card? No problem! Just reload your card by choosing “Select a smart card” at checkout.
Your student card is registered to your Stagecoach account to safeguard it against theft, loss and damage.
In some areas you can buy your ticket on the Stagecoach Bus App or purchase a paper ticket at a Fresher’s fair or at your Students’ Union so keep an eye out on campus.
What ID do I need for a student bus pass?
You need to show your student photo ID whenever you use your StagecoachSmart student card and the name on both should be the same. If the name on your Student ID doesn't match your StagecoachSmart student card you'll need to contact us 0345 810 1000 or [email protected] and we'll arrange for a new card to be sent to you.
If you can’t show your ID to a member of Stagecoach staff when asked, your StagecoachSmart student card may be confiscated and you’ll have to pay the full fare.
Check which Valid photo ID is accepted in your local area to support your StagecoachSmart student card.
Can I buy a student ticket on the Stagecoach Bus App?
Yes, in some areas you can and we'll be adding more options in the future.
How do I use my student bus ticket?
Most of our student tickets are now uploaded to a smart card. When you get on the bus, tap your StagecoachSmart student card on the reader and show the driver your student ID. If you’re using a paper ticket, show the driver the ticket and ID at the same time.
How do I check how long the ticket on my StagecoachSmart card is valid?
Log in to your stagecoachbus.com account and go to My Tickets. Here you can find information about start/end dates, travel restrictions and terms & conditions.
How do I top-up or add a new ticket to a StagecoachSmart student card?
Rather than topping-up your card with cash, choose the Buy Again option in your Stagecoach account. It’s quick and easy to do and lets you use the same StagecoachSmart student card each time. It can take up to two days for your new ticket to be active, so plan ahead to make sure you’re all set to go whenever, wherever (in the immortal words of Shakira!).
If you need to add a different type of student ticket to your current card, log in to your Stagecoach account and add the ticket to your basket then checkout. Don’t forget to choose ‘Select a Smart card’ under the ‘Select/Add a Smart card’ menu and select your existing StagecoachSmart student card.
As the name suggests only student tickets can be added to your StagecoachSmart student card, not standard dayriders or megariders etc.
Can I buy a student bus pass for a full year?
In some areas you can buy a pass for the full (academic) year. Find out what's available in your area.
Can I pay for my student pass in instalments?
We can’t offer a payment plan for your StagecoachSmart student tickets however you can buy your tickets at different points throughout the year, usually at the start of a new term. This will spread the cost but the annual (academic year) tickets often work out at the best value.