Concessionary Fares Scheme
What is the Concessionary Fares Scheme?
It's called the "English National Concessionary Pass" and gives free, off-peak local bus travel throughout England.
Who is it for?
- People who are of State Pensionable Age. This is called a "Senior Pass".
- People who have a disability. This is called a "Disabled Travel Permit". Find out who would qualify for a Disabled Travel permit. The person with the disability may be allowed to have another person travelling with them who would get the same concession.
When can you use it?
- Between 9.30am Monday to Friday.
- Anytime at weekends and Bank Holidays.
- Blind Pass holders are entitled to free travel at all times.
How do I apply?
- If you are of State Pensionable Age, you can apply to Metro at any Post Office in West Yorkshire or at any Bus Station Travel Centre. For more Metro contact details, visit the Metro website.
- If you are not of State Pensionable Age, but you have a disability then you need to fill out the "Disabled Persons Concessionary Travel Permit" form which you can download below. Or you can ask for a form by getting in touch with us.
