Youth Tickets

Tired of Dad Cab? Under 19? Save 30% on bus tickets!

Say goodbye to asking parents for rides and enjoy more freedom with low cost bus travel.

Calling all Under 19s, children and students

Save on bus travel with our range of discounted tickets! Say goodbye to depending on parents for lifts and choose the bus for extra freedom and low-cost travel.

Choose between single, day, Flexi, 7-day and 28-day tickets to suit your travel needs. Valid ID is required for students and may be needed for under 19s.

Annual student tickets are now available to purchase for the 2024/2025 academic year.

Buy an annual student ticket

Discounts and tickets might differ based on your location. Please check discounts, prices and ticket lengths specific to your area.

Youth tickets are available as the following ticket types across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire and Peterborough:

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Single

Making a one way trip? Then Single tickets are perfect for you!

We’ve condensed the number of single fares available to make things even easier for passengers making one-off trips. We now have just 6 Youth single ticket price points across our core network and these tickets are available to purchase on bus only.

You can also enjoy free travel when you pay £1 for your Tiger pass if you're under 25. Click here for more information.

And if you live in Bedfordshire, it's only £3 for a single trip under the new fare cap.

DayRider

Your ticket to great days out for less!

Making multiple journeys in one day? Our DayRider tickets give you unlimited travel throughout the day within your chosen zone. Buy yours on the bus or the Stagecoach Bus App.

Flexi 5 and Flexi 10

Flexible travel to suit you

We know that plans can change, so we’ve introduced new Flexi tickets across the East to offer fantastic savings and put you in full control of your bus ticket. Flexi tickets are bundles of 5 or 10 DayRiders which can be used anytime within 12 months, allowing you to stretch your money further. Flexi tickets are available to purchase exclusively on the Stagecoach Bus App.

MegaRider

If you’re a regular bus user, MegaRider tickets are a perfect way for you to enjoy unlimited travel and save. With unlimited travel in your area, the more you travel, the more you save with a MegaRider! Buy your 7 day MegaRider on our app, online or onboard from your driver. You can buy 28 day tickets online and add them to your Smartcard.

Each of these Youth tickets can be purchased for the Town, Plus or East zones. Youth tickets are currently displayed as 'Young Person' tickets on our website and app.

You can Bus it Boss it, too!

"When I saw the advert I downloaded the app and can't believe how cheap the student travel card are."

Maddie - Cambridge student

"I've been using the app since I started uni, and love how convenient it is to buy a ticket. It's handy in the evening as services run until late, no no need for an Uber."

Derek - Bedford student

"Because I don't drive, I was initially concerned about transport options while at uni. Therefore, I felt a sense of relief when I saw this advert in reception"

Gemma - Luton student

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Always have your ID on you!

You can buy a student ticket on our app without needing a student ID card or ID number.
Once purchased, you’ll need to add your student details including your name and student ID number (if you have one) before you can activate the ticket for use.
The student name on your ticket must match your student ID.
You’ll need to carry your student ID when travelling with your student ticket.

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How much is a Youth ticket?
Prices vary depending on your area of travel. You can pay as little as £1.00 for a Single ticket. For full pricing details, please follow this link .

How can I buy a Youth ticket?
Use the Stagecoach Bus App to purchase a mobile Youth ticket. Alternatively, you can buy tickets directly on the bus using cash, card, or contactless payment.

Where can I travel with a Youth ticket?
You can travel anywhere in the East of England, but your ticket price will vary depending on your travel zone and area. Please check your zone on our website.

Which ticket types are available for youth across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire, and Peterborough?

£1 Tiger fare, Single, DayRider, Flexi 5 and Flexi 10, and MegaRider.

Can each of these Youth tickets be purchased for the Town, Plus, or East zones?

Each of these Youth tickets can be purchased for the Town, Plus or East zones. Youth tickets are currently displayed as 'Young Person' tickets on our website and app.

Youth Tickets

Say goodbye to asking parents for rides and enjoy more freedom with low cost bus travel.

Calling all Under 19s, children and students

Youth tickets are available as the following ticket types across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire and Peterborough:

You can Bus it Boss it, too!

Zone Maps and Tickets:

Plus Zones:

Town Zones:

Change Passengers

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Child

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Adult

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