Concessionary travel

Residents aged 66 and over are eligible for concessionary travel.

You become eligible for a Concessionary Travel Pass on your 66th birthday. The pass means you can travel:

  • Free of charge on buses in Tyne and Wear from 9.30am Monday to Friday and all day at weekends and on public holidays.

  • 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.

  • For 60p on the Shields Ferry from 9.30am Monday to Friday, all day at weekends and on public holidays.

  • 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