You become eligible for a Concessionary Travel Pass on your 66th birthday. The pass means you can travel:
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Free of charge on buses in Tyne and Wear from 9.30am Monday to Friday and all day at weekends and on public holidays.
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Free anywhere else in England on local buses, between 9.30am and 11.00pm Monday to Friday and all day at weekends and on public holidays.
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For 60p on the Shields Ferry from 9.30am Monday to Friday, all day at weekends and on public holidays.
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For 50p on Northern Rail services between Newcastle and Metrocentre/Blaydon, from 9.30am Monday to Friday and all day at weekends and on public holidays.
Find out more on Nexus’ website: Concessionary travel.