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If you're 60 or over or you have a disability, you might be eligible for public transport concessions – from discounts on your rail journeys to a free bus pass.

What transport concessions are available?

Can i get a free bus pass, can i get a discount on train travel, can i get a london freedom pass, what if i have difficulty using public transport, what if i'm unable to use public transport, more travel concessions questions.

There are several national public transport concessions available to older and disabled people. Some entitle you to discounts on your fares, while others allow you to travel for free.

Eligibility for these concessions depends on whether you have a disability or your age. 

Depending on your age and your circumstances, you might be able to get one of the following free bus passes, which allow you to travel free on local buses:

• an older person's bus pass
• a disabled person's bus pass

What age do I have to be to get an older person's bus pass?

You can get an older person's bus pass when you reach State Pension age, which is currently 66 for both women and men.

Apply for your older person's bus pass on GOV.UK

If you're 60 or over and live in London, then you can get free travel on buses, trains and other modes of transport in and around London with a 60+ London Oyster photocard.

Apply for your 60+ London Oyster photocard on the TFL website Other areas may also offer travel concessions for people who are over 60. It's a good idea to check with your local council to see what help is available. 

How can I get a disabled person's bus pass?

There's no central provider of the disabled person's bus pass – to find out if you're eligible and how to apply, you need to get in touch with your local council.

Find your local council and apply for a disabled person's bus pass on GOV.UK

Are there any other discounts if I'm an older person or I'm disabled?

It's a good idea to contact individual transport operators to see if they offer discounts.

For instance, National Express offers Coachcards. These are discount cards for older or disabled customers. You buy them for a set fee of £15 and they get you a third off the cost of your travel across the year.

Find out more and order a Coachcard on the National Express website

Depending on your age and circumstances, you might be entitled to one of the below railcards:

• a Senior Railcard
• a Disabled Person's Railcard

Both railcards are discount cards. You buy them for a set fee to last either 1 or 3 years and they get you a third off the cost of your train travel.

Can I get a Senior Railcard?

The Senior Railcard is available for anyone aged 60 or over to buy.

You can apply on the Senior Railcard website using a valid passport or UK driving licence as ID. Or, you can apply in person at most staffed railway stations.

Find out more about the Senior Railcard and apply online

Can I get a Disabled Person's Railcard?

The Disabled Person's Railcard is available to you if you meet one of the following criteria:

• you're registered as deaf or use a hearing aid
• you're registered as having a visual impairment
• you have epilepsy
• you receive a disability-related benefit, such as  Personal Independence Payment
• you receive War or Service Disablement pension
• you receive Attendance Allowance
• you receive Severe Disablement Allowance
• you receive War Pensioner's mobility supplement

Find out more about the Disabled Person's Railcard and apply online

Freedom Passes give London residents free travel in the city – including National Rail services, the Underground, buses, river services and trams – and free local bus journeys nationally.

If you live in London, you can apply for a Freedom Pass if one of the following applies to you:

• you've reached State Pension age
• you have a disability.

Find out more about Freedom Passes and apply on the London Councils website

National Rail has an interactive tool called Stations Made Easy, designed to help people find their way around stations and find more accessible routes, avoiding potential difficulties like stairs. This may be helpful if you have difficulty using public transport because of your health. 

Find out more and use the tool on the National Rail website

If you're disabled, you can't use public transport, or you don't have access to a car, you might also be able to use a community transport scheme – such as a social car, dial-a-ride, or taxicard scheme.

Shopmobility schemes help people shop in town centres by lending out wheelchairs and scooters. Some local councils also offer concessions on local public transport.

To find out what's available in your area, you can contact your local council or your local Age UK.

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No, you can't use a free bus pass on National Express buses. To get senior concessions on National Express you need to buy a senior coachcard, which costs £15 a year and gets you a third off the cost of your travel across the year.

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Yes, your bus pass will give you free travel on buses across England, including London. However, there may be specific rules about when you can travel for free, so check your local council's free bus pass guidance before travelling.

Find your local council's older person's bus pass guidance on GOV.UK

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Free bus passes for older and disabled people protected for the future

Government changes legislation to protect free bus travel scheme.

Disabled and older people in England will continue to benefit from free off-peak bus travel for the foreseeable future, keeping them connected with their local towns and cities.

Bus passengers aged over 65 or with a disability have been entitled to travel free of charge on any off-peak local service in England since 2007, thanks to the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme.

The government has now amended legislation to protect the scheme in its current format, so that it can to continue for years to come.

Buses Minister Nusrat Ghani said:

Being able to get out and about is hugely important for older and disabled people to keep their independence and play a role in their local community. Buses help connect people, homes and businesses and nearly 10 million people in this country are already benefitting from free off-peak bus travel. The legislation underpinning our important bus pass scheme is now set for the future, meaning this group will be able to access their local services and amenities.

The legislation behind the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme has been amended so that it no longer needs to be reviewed every 5 years. New regulations will ensure millions of older and disabled people up and down the country can continue to make use of buses to go about their daily lives.

In addition to the bus pass scheme, the government provides £250 million every year for bus services in England, £40 million of which helps to fund routes that may not be commercially viable but which are considered socially necessary - ensuring people are connected with their local services and communities.

Find out about applying for:

• an older person’s bus pass
• a disabled person’s bus pass

Francesca Di Giorgio, Inclusion Policy Manager at RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) said:

Blind and partially sighted people rely on bus services to get to work, visit friends and family, and be part of the community. Buses are a vital lifeline bringing independence to many people with sight loss. We are really pleased that the concessionary bus pass scheme will continue to run, guaranteeing free off-peak bus travel for people registered blind and partially sighted.

Dave Bracher, Campaigns Manager, Spinal Injuries Association said:

Buses provide a lifeline to many of our members, enabling them to be active in their local communities, commute to work, visit family and friends and undertake a host of other activities. We know that having a spinal cord injury, like any disability, attracts significant additional costs – and this initiative helps people financially and to lead active, engaged and fulfilled lives.

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Free and discounted travel for over 60s 

Apply for a concessionary travel pass  for free bus and free train travel on certain routes. You can also get train tickets at reduced prices. 

Accessible travel

Rail concessionary travel

With a Senior Railcard you can get 1/3 off rail fares to travel across Britain. Visit senior-railcard.co.uk to see how you can apply and how much you could save. 

You're entitled to a Concessionary Travel Card if you're at least 60 years old and your primary residence is in Wales.

You're entitled to a Concessionary Travel Card if you are an eligible disabled person and your primary residence is in Wales.

This is a new service - your feedback will help us improve it . The current official website is still available .

TfL 60+ London Oyster photocard

The 60+ Oyster pass is a travel scheme provided by the Mayor of London and Transport for London. It is a separate scheme to the Freedom Pass.

Eligibility

In order to be eligible for a 60+ Oyster pass you must be over 60 but not yet be eligible for a Freedom Pass and have your sole or principal residence in London.

Apply for a 60+ Oyster pass on the TFL website

Using the pass

The pass allows free travel on buses, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground and most National Rail services in London. Pass holders also get a discounted fare on River services and the Emirates Air Line.

60+ Oyster pass holders are not entitled to free travel on services outside of London.

Transferring your 60+ Oyster pass to a Freedom Pass

Once you become eligible for a Freedom Pass you are no longer eligible for a 60+ Oyster card.

As long as you didn't opt out of TFL sharing your data with London Councils you will be sent a letter asking you to confirm your name and address. Once we have received confirmation of your details we will issue you with a new Freedom Pass. You do not need to re-apply or send us a new photograph.

If you have received your letter to transfer your 60+ Oyster pass you can transfer it online .

View the Freedom Pass privacy statement to find out what information we collect, why we collect it, and how long we keep your information for.

If you do not wish to share your data or if your address has changed since you applied for your 60+ Oyster pass you will need to complete a separate application form for the Freedom Pass once you become eligible.

If you have changed your mind about whether or not you would like your data to be shared please contact TfL on 0343 222 1234 to amend your record.

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Senior Pass

If you are of eligible age and live in South Yorkshire, you can apply for a Senior Pass.

• Live in South Yorkshire  
• from your 66th birthday

You can apply for your pass online up to 2 weeks in advance of when you qualify.

Please visit gov.uk to check when you’re eligible for a Senior Pass.

Free travel on local bus services and trams within South Yorkshire between 0930 and 2300 on weekdays, and at any time during the weekend and on Bank Holidays

Half fare on Northern train services ( does not apply to advance purchase tickets/fares, only applicable to single and day returns ) for travel between stations on the South Yorkshire rail network between 0930 and 2300 on weekdays, and at any time during the weekend and on Bank Holidays

Free travel on buses in all other parts of England between 0930 and 2300 on weekdays, and at any time during the weekend and on Bank Holidays.  (This pass is not valid on tram services outside South Yorkshire.)

Free of charge (first issue)

Free travel on Stagecoach services to hospital appointments before 0930 - please visit the  Stagecoach website  for further details.

Please be aware that no pass means that you could pay full fare.

Passes will be renewed automatically and will arrive 4-6 weeks before your current pass expires.

If your pass hasn’t arrived 4 weeks before your current pass expires, please let us know by emailing [email protected] or by calling 01709 515151.

• If you have changed address since your last pass was issued, please complete the Change of address form  
• Email at [email protected] stating your full name, post code and date of birth.  The photograph must be sent as a JPEG or JPG file  

If you need to update your photo and it is less than 8 weeks before your pass expires you will need to apply for a new pass.

Apply online  

 Set up a MyTSY account in your name (or log in if you already have an account)

 Log in > Select Passes from the top menu > Concessions > Senior Pass

  Complete all personal details and upload proof documents - visit our  ‘What you need to apply’ guidelines page

 Upload your photo – see the  ‘Acceptable Photograph’ guidelines page as an unsuitable photo could delay your application

  Check your order and go to checkout.

If all the details are correct your pass will be dispatched within 11 days of receiving your completed online application.

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Apply by post

 Download an  application form  (PDF,  511Kb)

 Complete all personal details and post to the address below together with a photograph and photocopies of proof documents - see  'What you need to apply' guidelines page Contact Centre Traveline 11 Broad Street West Sheffield S1 2BQ

If all the details are correct your pass will be dispatched within 25 days of receiving your completed application form.

Please note proof documents must be photocopies and not original documents as all documents are destroyed once the pass is ordered.

A completed application form can also be submitted by dropping it off at the Customer Service Desk at your local  Travel South Yorkshire Interchange .

We can now block lost or stolen passes to prevent further use.

To replace a lost or damaged pass, there is a £7 replacement fee.  Stolen passes can be replaced free of charge if you have a Crime Reference Number from the Police.

• Passes applied for through MyTSY can be replaced by logging into your MyTSY account  
• Passes applied for by post can be replaced by calling Traveline on 0800 952 0002.

Your replacement pass will be posted to your home address and should be sent to you within 11 days.

Pass Protection can be taken out against Senior Citizen Passes for £5 for the duration of your pass, up to five years.

This will enable you to replace your old pass free of charge should you lose it during the time in which it is valid.  

Please read the Pass Protection Terms and Conditions document (PDF, 406Kb) before applying.

• Change of address form
• Senior Pass leaflet (PDF, 264Kb)
• Conditions of use - concessionary pass (PDF, 411Kb)
• Pass Protection - terms and conditions (PDF, 80Kb) 

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The best discounts for over 60s in the UK

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If you’re entering your 60s or have already passed the milestone, then reduced bills, travel savings, and discounts at cinemas and attractions are just some of the things you can enjoy. There are many advantages to being older, and the fantastic variety of discounts available to those in later life are just some of them.

It doesn’t matter if you have just turned 60; you will find discounts here to help you. Whether shopping for essential items or simply saving on attractions and travel, this guide has collected some of the best over 60 discounts in the UK and deals for pensioners to help you take advantage of the savings available.

What discounts are available for over 60s?

Over 60 discounts on travel, national rail senior railcard.

Do you travel a lot on the train? An over-60s railcard will help you save money. Every year, National Rail offers an  annual senior discount card  that offers a third off all rail fares as well as discounts on days out, holidays and even theatre tickets.

Over 60s can buy this railcard for £30 for one year or £70 for three years, and it saves an average of up to £76 a year for older people.

Some of its special offers can be seen below:

• Virgin Wines : £50 to spend on wine
• Railbookers : enjoy 5% off rail holidays
• Cottages.com : save 5% on a booking with the firm
• Haven Holidays : save up to £50 off holiday prices

Pensioner’s bus pass

One of the best over 60 discounts available is the pensioner’s bus pass . Those in England can get a bus pass to enjoy free travel once they reach the state pension age.

In Wales, the offering is even better, as you have access to a bus pass when you are 60. In Scotland, those over 60 can get free bus travel via the National Entitlement Card .

Free London travel

If you’re over 60 and living in one of the 32 London Boroughs, you can ride the capital’s public transport for free with the 60+ Oyster Card .

The Freedom Travel Pass also allows older adults who reach pension age to travel free across London and enjoy free local bus journeys nationally, too. For those over 60s outside of London who have a bus pass, you’ll be able to use it on London’s buses for free.

Discount travel in Wales and Scotland

With the Arriva Club 55 and the ScotRail Club 50 card,  people can get discounted travel on local buses in Wales and Scotland. Scotland also offers free travel on national bus services, and in some areas, older people can enjoy free rail travel.

National Express senior coach card

With the National Express Senior Coach Card , older adults can save a 1/3 on Standard and Fully Flexible coach fares to hundreds of towns, cities and airports across the UK.

With the card, there are no restrictions on-peak and off-peak travel times, so you can travel when it suits you best, including on public holidays, bank holidays and weekends.

Interrail pass

Interrail is a fantastic European rail pass, but over 60s can get even more discounts, with 10% off rail fares. The Pass lets you explore 33 countries by train, and if you want to travel Europe and see some of the sights, a pass like this is a great way to save money.

Discounted flights

Over 60s can benefit from discounts from a variety of airlines, and if you’re going on holiday, it is something you should look out for when making a booking.

Airlines like British Airways have previously offered 25% off their year-round fares to the UK and Europe, while other airlines such as Air France, Delta, and American Airlines also offer special discounts for older people.

Discounted hotels

When booking a hotel, you might find that the hotel offers discounts for over 60s. For example, RH Hotels has discounts for over 60s in locations like Benidorm, Calpe, Gandia, and Peñiscola y Vinaros. They also offer free wine and water at meals if you are over 60.

Other over 60 hotel discounts:

• Travelodge : offers 25% discount on stays.
• Princess Hotels & Resorts : up to 20% extra discount on certain destinations.
• Marriott Hotels and Resorts  (now referred to as Marriott Bonvoy): offer anything from 5 to 30% discount for Seniors (62 and over) depending on the hotel and room rate.
• Radisson Hotels : typically the business offer a 10% discount off their standard rates for “senior citizens”.
• Hilton Hotels : for guests 65 years of age or older, you can save up to 7% on stays.

Over 60 discounts on attractions and activities

National trust senior membership.

If you love exploring areas of outstanding natural beauty or old buildings, then the National Trust Senior Membership is something you can benefit from.

The Senior Membership is offered to over 60s who have been a member of the National Trust for five years out of the previous 10. Those who qualify will get a hugely discounted membership, which is 25 per cent off the normal adult rates. It’s just £63 for a senior membership, while a joint membership is just £104.40.

With this, you can explore more than 500 places, and below are just a few of the attractions you can enjoy:

• Polesden Lacey
• Snowshill Manor

READ ALSO: 5 National Trust locations to visit in Gloucestershire

English Heritage senior membership

With English Heritage , over 65s can take advantage of a cheaper membership, and this gives you unlimited access to over 400 historic sites across the UK.

It costs £63 for an annual senior membership, while a regular individual adult membership costs £69. A joint senior membership is £96 compared to a general joint adult membership, which costs £120.

As well as being able to access all the historic places, members can get free entry for up to six children, a free handbook for planning your days out, free or reduced entry to events occurring throughout the year, a subscription to a quarterly magazine and special offers on other brands.

READ ALSO: 5 English Heritage locations to visit in London

Royal Horticultural Society senior life membership

The Royal Horticultural Society has some fantastic locations across the country, perfect for anyone who loves gardens and plants. They offer a discounted life membership for over 60s, helping individuals save over £500, and joint members can save even more. It’s a great saving that also includes all the benefits of being an RHS member, such as free entry to their five amazing gardens.

Cinema tickets

Got some time on your hands? Sometimes, there is nothing more appealing than relaxing with a good film. Going to the cinema can be a real treat, especially for movie lovers, and can be enjoyed alone or with friends.

There are various cinema ticket discounts available to those over 60 years old, including:

• Odeon Silver Cinema screenings are from just £3.50, and the price includes tea, coffee, and biscuits.
• Vue  cinemas Senior Screenings are discounted for over 60s and include a cup of tea and a biscuit.
• At Empire Cinemas, their ‘ Seniors’ screening tickets are just £3.75, taking place every Wednesday morning with tea, coffee, and a biscuit before the screening.
• At Showcase , every Monday, senior admission to any standard film starting before 12pm costs just £5.
• Everyman has their Silver Screen programme for over 55s, with tickets including a hot drink and a slice of cake, and there are also concession tickets for seniors at all their cinemas.

Museum discounts

Many museums in the UK offer discounts for over 60s, so it’s always worth double-checking with the museum you would like to visit. While some museums are free to enter, they can offer discounts on special events.

Some museum discounts for over 60s include:

• Imperial War Museums – Standard adult tickets cost £27.25, but with an over 65 discount, you can gain entry for £24.50.
• Tate Modern – Although the museum is free to enter, there are special exhibitions and displays that charge. Over 60s can enter these special exhibitions for a discounted £11–£22 compared to a standard ticket costing £15-£25.
• London Transport Museum : There are concessions on annual passes for over 60s.

Theatre discounts

Love going to the theatre? Many local and national theatres offer concessionary tickets for over 60s, providing great discounts for select performances and sometimes annual senior memberships. For example, at the National Theatre in London , everyone over 60 years old can save money on midweek matinees with £20 off £66 and £56 tickets for shows in the Lyttelton and Olivier theatres. At the Dorfman Theatre, higher priced tickets for shows are reduced to £36 for midweek matinees.

The Royal Shakespeare Company offers discounted tickets for those over 65 on selected performances. You can get a 20% discount on all seats for Monday and Tuesday evening performances and all midweek matinees. You can purchase a maximum of nine tickets per transaction using this discount.

There are other theatres that offer ticket discounts for over 60s, and here is a list of some of them:

• Birmingham Hippodrome : the theatre offers ticket discounts for people who are 65 and over, but the prices can vary depending on the performance you are going to see.
• Savoy Theatre : there are special offers available for over 60s for select shows, but you will need to check with the box office.
• Theatre Royal Glasgow : concessions are different depending on the show, but anyone over the age of 60 can get discounts on tickets.

Royal Botanical Kew Gardens

There are discounted rates available for one of the UK’s biggest attractions. The Royal Botanical Kew Gardens offers discounted tickets for over 65s on both advanced and standard tickets. So, if you are looking for a lovely day out or somewhere nice to bring the grandchildren, this is a great option.

Golf discounts

While 80% of golf clubs do not offer discounts for over 60s, there are a select few who do provide a reduced membership. You can discover if there is a golf club near you that offers a membership discount via Golf Support . There are locations from Glasgow and Liverpool to Bristol and London with discounts to take advantage of.

Football discounts

Football ticket prices can be expensive, especially in the Premier League, but many clubs across the UK do offer discounts for senior citizens. Below is a snapshot of clubs which offer discounts on football tickets for over 60s in the 2023/24 season.

• Arsenal : member ticket prices for the lower tier of the family enclosure are £30 for category A tickets, compared to £70 for adults.
• Newcastle United : senior citizens (aged 65 years and over on 1 September of the relevant season) receive up to 25% discount on standard price.
• Everton : in the 2022/23 season, season tickets for 65-year-olds and older were £330, whilst a full-priced adult season ticket ranges from £465 to £625.

Over 60 restaurant discounts

Eating out can be very expensive but there are lots of special discounts available to over 60s, with food chains offering special memberships and schemes to seniors. Here are some of the over 60 restaurant discounts in the UK:

• Greene King Pubs  – Senior menus are offered at reduced prices
• Hungry Horse  – Golden Years menus are available to over 60s, entitling diners to two courses for around £4.
• Tastecard  – This offers 50% off food for two-for-one meals at more than 6,000 UK restaurants. Membership costs £1 for 60 days.
• Fish and chips senior meal deals – There are many fish and chip shops across the UK that offer seniors discounted meal deals. Other outlets offer a ‘Senior Fish and Chips’ portion for those with less of an appetite.

You can also check out voucher websites like VoucherCodes where you can find great discounts on some of the UK’s biggest restaurant chains. Even if there isn’t one aimed at over 60s specifically, you will be able to take advantage of the savings.

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Over 60 health and fitness discounts

Free eye tests, prescriptions and dental work.

Over 60s are entitled to a free annual eye test, and you should book your appointment as normal and then notify the staff that you are eligible for a free test on arrival.

In England, you might be entitled to free NHS dental care, but this is dependent on what benefits you receive and your circumstances.

Over 60s in Wales can make the most of free dental examinations. Residents in Wales should notify the receptionist as they might not know that you qualify for the free prescription.

Discount on glasses

Specsavers is one of the UK’s largest opticians, and they offer customers who are over 60 a special 20%discount off all glasses and contact lenses when you buy any single pair of glasses from its £69 range or above. This discount also includes extra options such as treatments to protect your lenses or sun protection.

This means you could save over £17. Other opticians also offer discounts for over 60s, so it is worth checking what you could be entitled to.

Discounts at Boots

The Boots Advantage Cards give over 60s large discounts on their range of products, including 8 points for every pound you spend on Boots' own-brand products.

Every point you earn is equivalent to a penny you can spend in-store, and once you’ve saved up a few points, it can save you a lot of money on different products.

Boots also offer over 60s savings on glasses or prescription sunglasses of 10%. Hearing-aid wearers can also get free hearing aids test and save 15% on all hearing aids.

Discounts on gym memberships

Looking to stay healthy but don’t want to fork out too much for a pricey membership? The good news is that there are discounts available for over 60s at various gyms across the country. Speak to one of your local gyms or visit their website to see what they offer.

For example, Total Fitness has an over-65 membership, providing people over 65 with maximum access to their gym for a reduced price. The discounted membership includes access to the swimming pools at Total Fitness, the fitness classes, and the heat treatment areas.

Everyone Active is another leading gym operator that offers a senior membership aimed at those over 66, providing access to all of their facilities and classes.

Better Health  offers a senior discount membership. If you’re 66 and over you can access a range of gyms, swimming pools and fitness classes, all at a competitive price.

Freedom Leisure  operates more than 100 leisure, and cultural venues across the UK. The senior membership is for customers over 65 years of age, and they offer three membership options:

• Senior Fitness Direct:  All-inclusive access to their pools, gyms & classes.
• Senior Swim Direct:  For use of their pools and water-based classes only.
• Senior Active:  This is a one annual payment with discount prices on activities.

The Ramblers Association

You can become a member of the Ramblers Association at a discounted rate if you receive only the state pension as your source of income. Membership entitles you to thousands of walking routes, unlimited access to guided group walks, savings on gear, and much more. This concessionary rate applies to people who are 60 years of age or above.

READ ALSO: How swimming can help improve your fitness

Over 60 discounts on shopping

Discounts at iceland and food warehouse.

Iceland became the first supermarket to offer special discounts for over 60s , providing 10% off their shopping every Tuesday for customers who are over 60. There is no minimum spend, and customers can also use the discount at The Food Warehouse branches. To get Iceland over 60 discounts, you just need to show proof of age, such as a driver’s licence or bus pass.

Discounts at B&Q

B&Q offer deals on products every Wednesday. All you have to do is join the B&Q Club , and you’ll get emailed vouchers, exclusive offers, receive 10% off key cuttings and van rental discounts.

Discounts on MOTs, tyres, servicing

With ATS Euromaster , over 60s can find great savings on various car-related items. When you join their Club 60, you can receive year-round discounts on the likes of MOTs, air con recharge, and wheel alignment, as well as 15% off servicing, brakes, steering and suspension, exhausts, batteries and more.

Discounts at Asda

Asda is one of the largest supermarkets in the UK, and it is offering soup and a bread roll for £1 to over 60s as well as unlimited tea and coffee in any of its 205 cafés. This initiative was initially going to just run over the winter months, but the supermarket chain has extended it for the foreseeable future.

Discounts at Waitrose

In partnership with Caffè Nero, Waitrose  has a hot drink offer for members of its myWaitrose loyalty scheme, which is free to join. You will need to bring your own cup to avoid being charged for a reusable one, and make a purchase - but there's no minimum spend to get your free drink.

READ ALSO: How to manage your money in older age

Over 60 discounts for the home

Winter fuel payment.

To help with energy payments, those born on or before 25 September 1956 can receive between £250 and £600 from the UK government – this is known as the ‘ Winter Fuel Payment ’. You can also receive a ‘Pensioner Cost of Living Payment’ of between £150 and £300 – this extra amount is only received between winter 2023 and 2024. You can see how much you will get here on the UK government website .

Warm Home Discount Scheme

If you receive the guaranteed element of Pension Credit, you can get a discount on your winter electricity bill. Known as the Warm Home Discount Scheme , it runs every year and can provide £150 off your bill between October and March. You might be able to receive a discount on your gas bill instead if your provider supplies both gas and electricity.

Free TV Licence

If you are over 75, and you, or your partner living at the same address, are receiving Pension Credit, you can get a free TV licence. Then you can watch all your favourite programmes on the likes of BBC and ITV without having to worry about paying for it. You can find out more information about free TV licences here .

Discounts on vet bills

We love our pets, but the vet bills can really add up, especially when money is tight. Ask your local vets to see if there are any discounts for over 60s. One way you can save money as a pet owner is with the Dog Trust , which offers 50% off their membership for over 60s, which includes unlimited access to 24-hour emergency advice, 3rd party public liability insurance, and a card that guarantees Dog Trust will take care of your dog should you pass away.

Handyperson services

Age UK offers handyperson services at more than 70 locations across the country in order to help older people who need extra help with small, practical jobs around the home. If you need a job doing, this is a great option to consider, as it will likely save you money and make sure the job is done safely.

Financial help for grandparents

If you are a grandparent who helps care for a grandchild, you could be entitled to tax credits in the amount of £250 per year. You are eligible if you spend time each week caring for a grandchild under the age of 12. You can find out more information here , as well as eligibility criteria.

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There are many discounts available for over 60s across all aspects of life, from travel and shopping to health and fitness. Hopefully, the discounts in this article help you save money.

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Older or disabled persons bus pass

If you live in England and are of retirement age or an eligible disabled person, you are entitled to an English National Concessionary Bus Pass. Essex residents who are applying for an older persons or disabled persons bus pass for the first time may apply to Essex County Council.

You can find the following on this web page: 

• How to apply for a bus pass
• Replace a lost or stolen bus pass
• Renew your pass 
• Tell us that you have moved

How to apply

You can apply by either:

• Downloading an application form for older persons or disabled persons bus pass at the  bottom of this page
• Apply online – this will take you to our online application system.
• Collecting an application form from your local library.
• Call us on 0345 200 0388 for an application form or for assistance completing one.

Your bus pass is valid in the following locations at the following times:

An Essex companion pass is available for those who have difficulty travelling without assistance. For more information please call 0345 200 0388 or email:  [email protected]

Eligibility for an older persons pass

Older people become eligible for a bus pass at the now equalised, male and female, age of retirement. Currently this is at age of 66.  Please use the eligibility calculator at www.gov.uk/state-pension-age to find out when you will become eligible for a pass.  

The eligibility for an Older Persons Bus Pass is set by the Department for Work and Pensions. Essex County Council is not responsible for this.

Eligibility for disabled persons pass

Disabled people can qualify under the following categories:

• Visually Impaired
• Hearing Impaired
• Speech Impaired
• Unable to walk
• Loss of use of both arms
• Learning impairment that has resulted in an arrested state of development before adulthood
• Unable to drive for reasons of medical fitness.  

A person applying for a bus pass must provide the evidence to show their eligibility. Essex County Council is required to ensure that it only issues passes where it is satisfied that the criteria has been met.  If you have any questions, you can call us to discuss your application on 0345 200 0388 .

Replacing a lost or stolen bus pass

If you have lost, or damaged, your bus pass you can either Apply online  for a replacement or call 0345 200 0388 . Note if applying online you will receive first an acknowledgement email and subsequently an approval email requesting you pay the replacement fee (£10) by online card transaction.

If your pass has been stolen, you should call 0345 200 0388 to replace it.  You will need to pay £10 to replace this pass.

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Public Transport Concessions: Free Bus Pass, Senior Railcard and More

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Klara Coxill

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Last Updated: 24/07/2024

Older adults in the UK are eligible for a variety of public transport concessions, helping save you money in the process. These include a Senior Railcard, a Disabled Persons Railcard, an Older Person’s Bus Pass and more!

Here, we’ve looked at how to get each of these discounts or freebies for older adults, along with other discounted forms of public transport you may be eligible for.

We also have an article dedicated to discounts for carers .

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• Discounts on rail travel
• Free bus pass
• Senior rail travel and bus discounts throughout the UK

London Freedom Pass

60+ london oyster photocard, discounts on rail travel.

You could be eligible for one of the following railcards that’ll get you discounts on train services, depending on your age, relationship and whether you’re classed as having a disability:

• Senior Railcard (60 years and over)

Disabled Persons Railcard

• Two Together Railcard

Both of these are discount cards. You purchase them each year for a set fee and they get you a third off the cost of your train travel.

Senior Railcard

The Senior Railcard is available for anyone aged 60 and over to buy. This costs just £30 (or £70 for three years), so will have effectively paid for itself after only a few train trips.

When using the Senior Railcard, you can expect to make average annual savings of £76, or £5.34 per journey. For example, a train from London to Liverpool goes down from around £68.60 to £45.25, while a train from Doncaster to London goes down from £32.50 to £21.45.

You can apply for one of these through the Senior Railcard website . You’ll need a valid passport or UK driving licence for ID. You can also apply in person at some of the UK’s most staffed railway stations.

If you meet any of the following criteria, you could be eligible for a Disabled Persons Railcard:

• You receive a disability-related benefit, such as Personal Independence Payment , Attendance Allowance or Severe Disablement Allowance
• You’re registered as deaf or you use a hearing aid
• You’re registered as having a visual impairment
• You have epilepsy

To apply for this railcard or to get more information surrounding eligibility criteria, visit the Disabled Person’s Railcard website .

Senior Railcard For Couples

Though there’s no railcard specifically aimed at older couples, the Two Together Railcard works in the same way for people of all ages. This railcard is to be used by you and a second person - both of you will be named on the railcard. They’re best used by yourself and the person you travel with most - often your partner or spouse.

When using a Two Together Railcard, you get one-third off rail fares when travelling together. It costs just £30 and leads to average savings of £153 per year (or £6.26 per journey).

For example, travelling from London to Edinburgh would typically cost around £145, but this goes down to £95.70 with a Two Together Railcard. Similarly, getting the train from York to London goes down from £88 to £58.

Apply for the Two Together Railcard through the official Railcard website .

Free Bus Pass For Over 60s

You could be eligible for one of the following free bus passes, depending on your age and whether you’re classed as having a disability:

• An older person’s bus pass
• A disabled person’s bus pass

Both of these passes will get you free travel on local buses.

It might also be worth getting in touch with individual transport operators to see if they offer any discounts. For example, National Express offer Coachcards to older (60+) or disabled customers. These cost £12.50 a year and save you a third on your travel.

Older person’s bus pass

You’ll become eligible for an older person’s bus pass when you reach the State Pension age.

Apply for your bus pass through the GOV.UK website .

Disabled person’s bus pass

Unlike an older person’s bus pass, there’s no central provider for the disabled person’s bus pass.

To find out if you’re eligible and where to apply, get in touch with your local council . All you need to do is enter your postcode and you’ll be redirected to the relevant part of your local council’s website.

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Senior Rail Travel and Bus Discounts Throughout the UK

English national concessionary travel scheme.

The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) covers senior travel discounts in England. Passes are issued locally, but give cardholders free bus travel throughout all of England. An ENCTS bus pass also allows for some free and discounted rail tickets. You must be 66 years or older to be eligible.

Learn more about or apply for an English National Concessionary Travel Pass

c2c Senior Rover Travel

c2c’s Senior Rover ticket allows unlimited one-day train travel for just £7 (or £10 when including London destinations). These are available to anyone aged 65 years and over.

Learn more about or buy a Senior Rover ticket

Greater Manchester Senior Travel Pass

Older adults can get free rail tickets in Greater Manchester between 09:30 and midnight Monday to Friday, and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in Greater Manchester.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a Greater Manchester Senior Travel Pass

Merseyside Senior Travel Pass

Senior citizens can get free rail tickets in Merseyside after 09:30 Monday to Friday (to avoid morning peak times), and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in Merseyside.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a Merseyside Senior Travel Pass

South Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass

Older adults get 50% off rail fares in South Yorkshire between 09:30 and 23:00 Monday to Friday, and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in South Yorkshire.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a South Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass

Tyne and Wear Senior Travel Pass

Older adults in Tyne and Wear can purchase reduced-price train tickets as well as extra discounts if they get a Metro Gold Card (£12 per year). Eligibility is based on age and residency in Tyne and Wear.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a Tyne and Wear Senior Travel Pass

West Midlands Senior Travel Pass

Older adults get free train travel in the West Midlands between 09:30 and 23:00 Monday to Friday, and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in the West Midlands.

Check if you’re eligible and apply for a West Midlands Senior Travel Pass

West Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass

Older adults get 50% off rail journeys within West Yorkshire after 09:30 Monday to Friday, and anytime at weekends and during public holidays. Eligibility is based on age and residency in West Yorkshire.

Check if you’re eligible for a West Yorkshire Senior Travel Pass

Scotrail Club 50

Members get a 20% discount on Off-Peak and Advance and cheaper flat-fare tickets when purchased online. These offers are available all year round to Scotrail customers aged 50 and over. Scotrail Club 50 is perfect for people who aren’t yet eligible for a Senior Railcard.

Get a Scotrail Club 50 membership

National Entitlement Card (NEC)

The National Entitlement Card (NEC) allows older adults in Scotland to receive travel discounts. Anyone living in Scotland can access discounted travel schemes throughout the country. To be eligible, you must also be 60 years or over.

Get a Scottish 60+ National Entitlement Card

Edinburgh and Glasgow over 60s rail discounts

Scotland’s two largest cities offer the following rail travel discounts:

• Glasgow - Discounted rail tickets on journeys within Strathclyde and Glasgow Subway
• Edinburgh - Free tram journeys in Edinburgh

There are also reduced train fares for 60+ NEC holders in other parts of Scotland.

Welsh Concessionary Travel Card

In Wales, travel discounts for older adults are covered by the Welsh Government Concessionary Travel Scheme. This offers free bus travel throughout Wales to people aged 60 and over, as well as some free and discounted rail tickets.

Apply for a Welsh Concessionary Travel Card

The following free and discounted rail travel is available to Welsh Concessionary Travel Scheme holders:

• Cardiff and Valleys Line
• Conwy Valley Line
• Wrexham to Hawarden Bridge
• Cambrian Coast
• Heart of Wales Line

Learn more about discounted senior travel in Wales

Northern Ireland

60 plus smartpass.

You’re eligible if aged between 60 and 64 while being a permanent Northern Ireland resident. A 60 Plus SmartPass entitles you to free bus and rail travel throughout the country.

Apply for a 60 Plus SmartPass

Senior SmartPass

This is aimed at permanent Northern Ireland residents over 65. They entitle you to free bus and rail travel throughout the country, along with free cross-border rail travel all along the Belfast to Dublin line.

Apply for a Senior SmartPass

London Freedom Passes allow London residents to travel around the city for free, including on trams, National Rail services, the Underground, river services and buses, as well as free local bus journeys nationally.

If you live in London, you can apply for a Freedom Pass if one of the following applies to you:

• You’ve reached the State Pension age (in this case, you’ll be eligible for an Older Person’s Freedom Pass)
• You have a disability (in this case, you’ll be eligible for a Disabled Person’s Freedom Pass)

You can travel for free on TfL (Transport for London) services with an Older Person’s Freedom Pass from 09:00 on weekdays and anytime on weekends and bank holidays. A Disabled Person’s Freedom Pass allows you to travel at any time on TfL services.

To learn more about the London Freedom Pass or to apply for it, visit the London Councils Freedom Pass webpage .

Apply for an Older Person’s Freedom Pass

Apply for a Disabled Person’s Freedom Pass

If you’re over 60 but under the State Pension age and you live in any London borough, you can get a special Oyster card for free travel in the city on several different rail services.

Many people get a 60+ London Oyster Photocard before they’re entitled to a Freedom Pass. If you’re eligible for a Freedom Pass, you can’t get a 60+ London Oyster Photocard.

This costs £20 and gives free travel on:

• The London Overground
• TfL (Transport for London) Rail

As well as all London Overground and TfL Rail services, you can also use the 60+ London Oyster Photocard on certain National Rail services on the following lines:

• Chiltern Railways
• Great Northern
• Greater Anglia
• Southeastern

You can learn more about the 60+ London Oyster Photocard and make an application through their webpage on Transport for London .

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Who can get an older persons bus pass

To get an older persons bus pass you must be:

• resident in Scotland

If you're under 60, you can apply:

• for a disabled persons bus pass , if you're disabled
• for a young persons bus pass , if you're under 22

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Renew your older person's pass

You can renew your older person's pass if your current card is due to expire and you've received a letter or email from us.

If you have any pay as you go credit or have auto top up turned on, they will be transferred to your new card.

Before you start you will need:

• The last 8 digits of your current card
• Your email address, if you have one. It will only be used to contact you about your pass
• Your National Insurance number. This is not compulsory but will help us to locate your record

If your pass has already expired and you cannot renew online call us to renew it over the phone.

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