new local fares

As you may know, the UK Government has announced a new £3 flat fare cap in England – which means some of our fares will be changing from 1st January 2025.

We’re also simplifying the way we charge our customers to make it fairer for everyone. You’ll now only be charged for the distance you’ve travelled, meaning single journeys will cost £1.90, £2.40 or £3 adults depending on the distance. Child fares will be £1.30, £1.60 or £2

But don’t worry – you won’t have to figure this out for yourself. By using Tap On, Tap Off, we’ll do the heavy lifting for you by working out the best value fare based on your journey. And no matter how often you travel, you’ll never pay more than the daily or weekly cap! 

We’re even working with your Local Authorities behind the scenes to keep fares lower with the Affordable Fares Scheme so we can continue to offer a great value service that benefits both society and the environment.

So whether it’s getting you to work on time, saving you from the car park shuffle, or simply giving you a moment to chill out and people-watch, the bus is still here for you.​

 ​You can check the latest ticket information below

Ticket Type  Adult  Child   
Group Potteries £13   available on bus and app
Week Plus Potteries £27   available on bus
Day Network £9.50 £5.60 available on bus and app
Group Network  £19.50   available on bus and app
Week Network £32 £20.50 available on bus and app 
10 single trips Student Network  £27   available on the app
Month Network £105 £65 available on the app
UHNM 10 trip  £27    
UHNM Annual £435    

Please note that that the following tickets will be withdrawn from sale from 1st January.

2 trip, all day bundle tickets and weekender group ticket.  The Group Monday to Friday ticket will be available to purchase and use on Saturday and Sunday.

If you're not using Tap On, Tap Off, please make sure you tell the driver where you're travelling as you board the bus.