Discounted fares in York

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Youth Fares Scheme:

The BSIP-funded youth fares scheme helps keep fares low for young persons to help them build sustainable travel habits.

Up to 3 accompanied 5 – 16 year olds travel free of charge with any fare paying adult
Unaccompanied 5 – 18 year olds can buy a £1 single fare for any journey within the City of York boundary
The age of eligibility for the £2.50 All York Young Person’s Day ticket is 5 - 18 years old
A £12.00 All York Young Person’s Week ticket is available in paper form for customers aged 5 - 18 years old, valid for any journeys within the City of York boundary on the day of issue and during the next six consecutive days.

Young persons will need to provide some form of evidence they are the appropriate age. These forms of identification include:

A valid YOzone 16-18 card
Wear school uniform
The school/college ID
Operator-issued ID
Passport
Driver’s license

First Bus App:

Download the First Bus App for helpful tools - plan your adventure with our Journey Planner, track your bus live on a map, and buy your bus ticket before you travel.

Favourite things to do in York:

Discover a selection of our favourite things to do in York including shopping, walking around York’s medieval City Walls, York Minster, fantastic parks like Rowntree Park, cafe's, bars and restaurants - there's something for everyone! Check out our recommendations below: