Forthcoming fare changes
Changes from Sunday 30th March 2025
From Sunday 30th March, we’re adjusting the cost of selected fares.
The changes are due to inflationary pressures, as rising fuel and maintenance costs continue to impact the price of our operations.
From 30th March, Adult Day tickets will move from £5.30 to £5.55, Two-Trip tickets rise from £4.90 to £5.25; and Adult Week tickets will increase from £24.00 to £25.50.
The review of our ticketing options, effective from Sunday 30th March will also see changes to Single tickets, First Unlimited, and selected other fares across the product range.
We’re committed to continually investing in the running of our network by introducing smart technology to harness real-time journey data to create our timetables and electrifying our fleet, significantly reducing emissions while on the road in the communities we serve.
Graeme Macfarlan, Commercial Director for First Bus Scotland, said: “We know that a fare increase is never welcome news and we always want to keep ticket prices as low as possible. However, the reality is that we – like other transport operators - are facing substantial inflationary pressures across the board.
“We want our customers to know that we will continue to invest in our operations. Our end goal is always to keep improving services and make sure that our passengers can access reliable public transport.
“Bus is one of the cheapest, most practical, and green ways to travel. By introducing new electric buses and new ways to make our timetables more efficient, we’re working hard to make Aberdeen's bus network a comfortable and eco-friendly way of getting from A to B.”
Please see below fares from Sunday 30th March;
Single Tickets
Available on Bus Only
| Ticket Type | Old Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Single | £2.00 | £2.10 |
| Adult Single | £3.15 | £3.35 |
| Child Single | £1.85 | £1.95 |
Two-Trip 24hr Tickets
Available on App and Bus
| Ticket Type | Old Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Two-Trip | £4.90 | £5.25 |
Multi Single Tickets
Available on App Only
| Ticket Type | Old Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult First 5 Trip | £14.00 | £15.00 |
| Student First 5 Trip | £13.50 | £14.50 |
FirstDay Tickets
Available on App and Bus
| Ticket Type | Old Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult FirstDay | £5.30 | £5.55 |
| Student FirstDay | £4.40 | £4.70 |
| Child FirstDay | £3.50 | £3.70 |
FirstDay Group Tickets
Available on App Only
| Ticket Type | Old Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult FirstDay Group | £13.50 | £15.50 |
Flexible Day Ticket Bundles
Available on App Only
| Ticket Type | 3-in-7 Bundle | 5-in-7 Bundle | 15-in-28 Bundle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | £15.00 | £22.00 | £66.50 |
| Student | £13.00 | £19.00 | £56.00 |
FirstWeek Tickets
Available on App and Bus
| Ticket Type | Old Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Week | £24.00 | £25.50 |
| Student Week | £20.00 | £22.00 |
| Child Week | £11.00 | £12.75 |
Tap On, Tap Off (TOTO) Fares
Available on Bus Only
| Journeys | New Price |
|---|---|
| 1st Journey (Single Fare) | £2.10 / £3.35 |
| 2nd Journey (Two-Trip Fare) | £5.25 |
| 3+ Journeys (FirstDay Fare) | £5.55 |
| Journeys through the week (FirstWeek Fare) | £25.50 |
FirstMonth Tickets
Available on App Only
| Ticket Type | Old Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Month | £84.00 | £90.00 |
| Student Month | £70.00 | £76.00 |
First Unlimited
Available on Web Only
The most convenient way to pay monthly for your bus ticket and save money!
| Ticket Type | Old Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| First Unlimited | £76.00 | £81.00 |
Under 22s are Free To Explore!
5–21-year-olds living in Scotland are entitled to free bus travel with a valid NEC card.
Apply online here ➡ getyournec.scot