Using your under 22s bus pass
Buses
You can use your bus pass on most bus services in Scotland.
There are a few that are not included, such as:
- premium fare services
- sightseeing buses
- cross-border services
- some airport transfer services
- dedicated school buses
Check with your bus operator if you're not sure.
Your bus pass is an NEC smart card. This means if the bus has an electronic card reader, it will automatically recognise your bus pass.
To use your bus pass, tell the driver where you're going and tap it on the reader. You do not need to tap it again when you leave the bus.
If there is no electronic card reader, show your bus pass to the driver. You do not need to tell them that you travel for free.
Trams
You can travel free on Edinburgh trams if the City of Edinburgh Council issued your bus pass.
You cannot use bus passes issued by other councils on trams, unless you are blind or sight impaired.
Find out more about travelling by tram on the Transport for Edinburgh website.
Ferries
You may be able to get free ferry travel with your bus pass depending where you live.