Free and easy bus travel for over 60s

Feel free winter...

Enjoy the beauty of winter like never before with our hassle-free bus travel experience in West Scotland! From Cumbernauld to Dumfries, explore local towns and cities, connect with friends or simply soak in the changing scenery – all at no cost.

Feel free to make it yours... Whether it’s meeting new friends, catching up with old ones, or just taking a quiet journey, free travel makes every moment better.

Where can I use my bus pass?

 

Take the stress out of journey planning – simply choose where and when you want to go and let our handy app plan your journey. From  Ayrshire to Glasgow and Dumfries & Galloway, discover new destinations, frequent services, and endless winter experiences.

 

Whether you’re heading to an appointment, enjoying a countryside walk through winter leaves, visiting friends or family, taking a seaside trip to feel the winter breeze, or indulging in some retail therapy for a new cozy wardrobe before a night out, we’ll get you there safely and comfortably.

 

Your free bus pass lets you save more to spend on the things you love. Whether it’s a gingerbread latte, a fresh bakery treat, or a hearty chippy tea – travel free by bus and treat yourself when you reach your destination. Chippy tea on you, then?

 

How do I apply for my free bus pass?

If you haven’t applied for your free bus pass yet, feel free to apply today so you don’t miss out any longer! You can apply two weeks before your 60th birthday and start enjoying the freedom of travel.

 

The application process is simple. Apply online, at your local Post Office, through your local council, or at a local library.

 

Apply online here

 

Welcome Aboard!

If you’re new to our buses, our friendly drivers are here to welcome you and answer any questions. It’s an easy process:

1. No activation needed – use your card right away.
2. Place your card down, photo side up, on the reader.
3. Tell the driver where you’re headed.
4. Wait for the light to turn green and listen for the beep.
5. Remove your card and take a seat.
6. When you’re ready to get off, press the ‘stop’ bell, and the driver will stop at your chosen stop.

You're in safe hands when you travel with us:

• Our drivers are professionally trained and drive to the highest safety standards 
• We work hard to keep you safe so that you can travel with confidence
• We’re sticking to our deep cleans and enhanced cleaning throughout the day

• Our drivers make regular checks of their bus to remove any litter that’s been left behind

 

 

Plan your next adventure with our bus app

The Stagecoach Bus app helps you plan your journey before you've even left the house, it's really user friendly and you can even track your bus on our live map. 

If you like travelling at quieter times of the day, then our handy space checker puts you in control of when to travel. 

Don't worry if you don't have a smartphone, in partnership with Strathclyde Partnership for Transport and the Glasgow Bus Alliance all bus stops in Ayrshire, Inverclyde, Glasgow, Lanarkshire and Renfrewshire have been updated with the latest timetables. 

 

Download the Stagecoach Bus app here

Travelling by bus has an impact on future generations

You can still look after your family for years to come by choosing to travel by bus.  You’re helping reduce emissions and save the environment!

We recently welcomed new, zero-emission electric buses to our Ayr, Irvine and Kilmarnock fleet, making significant progress toward reducing our carbon footprint.

If you’ve not had the chance to experience these new buses, we highly recommend you do. Enjoy a free hurl with your bus pass – you’ll be sure to notice some improvements!

Driving Net Zero...

Frequently asked questions 

When can I use my free bus pass?

Unlike travelling by train, there’s no limits by bus! You can use your pass at any time of the day, every day of the week*!  There’s no peak-time restrictions. So, whether you’re off to work, to a concert or just hitting the town with friends, we won’t make you pay for living your life how you want to.

(*concession passes are not valid on some specific night buses where a set fare is applicable.)

Where can I use my free travel bus pass?

You can travel all over Scotland on any bus for free with your pass. Days out, nights away or holidays – travel in Scotland and experience the freedom of bus. Use your pass in local towns and cities with our great local, express and distance bus services. Your pass is valid on services to and from Carlisle and on services to and from Berwick-upon-Tweed from anywhere in Scotland. Unfortunately, your card is not valid for travel within these towns, and for any journeys in England or Wales.

What if I’ve lost or damaged my bus pass?

If you've lost or damaged your pass, you'll need to contact your local council that issued your pass. Once you've applied for a replacement pass your existing bus pass will be cancelled and you'll not be able to use the pass on the bus. You’ll have to pay the bus fare until you get your new bus pass. But if your pass is damaged, and does not work on a bus electronic ticketing machine you can give it to the bus driver in exchange for a “seven day pass” paper ticket. We can only issue a seven day pass in exchange for your damaged bus pass, a seven day pass can only be issued once. 

How long does it take for my pass to be ready to use once it arrives? 

Your pass is ready to use right away, when it arrives in the post and you can be enjoying free bus travel, and other benefits the very same day! 

Do I get a bus pass even though I'm still working? 

Yes! Everyone living in Scotland over the age of 60 is entitled to a concessions card, whether they are retired or still working.

Who do I contact to get a replacement pass?

You can order a replacement bus pass by contacting your local council, or SPT.

SPT Concessionary Travel Card Unit: E-mail: [email protected] or Telephone: 0141 333 3211 (Monday to Friday 09.00 to 13.00)