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Types of local tickets schemes

Depending on where you live, you can buy a variety of different types of bus and coach tickets. These may include single journey tickets, one-day, weekly or monthly tickets as well as student or over-60 passes.

Finding your local bus or coach service

You can find your nearest bus or coach service when you plan your journey using the online journey planner.

• Journey planner

Avoiding a penalty fare in London

In central London you must buy your tickets from machines at bus stops before you board the bus. If you do not buy a valid ticket, you could be charged a penalty fare or have your contact details taken down for a possible fine.

The Transport for London (TfL) website has information of all public transport services in central London.

• London tickets and fares Opens new window

Hiring a coach

Some companies hire out coaches for private use. You can search for coach companies on the Guild of British Coach Operators website.

• Guild of British Coach Operators Opens new window

Community buses/mini-buses

There are many bus schemes run by voluntary or non-profit organisations to help people get around cheaply and easily. They have special permits which exempt them from many of the usual public service vehicle rules. You can find details on how to get a permit on the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) website.

Contact your local council for more information on community buses in your area.

• VOSA voluntary transport permits Opens new window
• Find your local council
• Mini-bus and community bus permits (motoring section)

More useful links

• Travel discounts for young people
• Public and community transport for disabled travellers