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Posted 19 January 2023
Under 22? You Can Travel For Free On Most Buses, in Scotland
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Some will be aware of this but others won't e.g friends/family could be moving up there and other reasons, so thought i'd give it a share/post. Sadly not in my area but a great thing to have, if you do live in Scotland
The Scottish Government is investing in a sustainable future for young people, with easier access to work, education, social and leisure opportunities through free bus travel. Expected to benefit just under a million children and young people, this generation of young people will be able to make travel choices that benefit them, their pocket and the planet! Leading the way to a brighter future.
How does it work?
The National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC) is your key to opening doors to new experiences, opportunities and adventures across Scotland with free bus travel.
It is operated by Transport Scotland who pay bus operators for each journey made. Each journey needs to be recorded electronically, which is why you need an NEC or Young Scot NEC to travel.
Once you have your card you’ll be able to travel on most buses across Scotland. There are few that aren’t included in the scheme such as premium fare services, sightseeing buses, cross-border services and dedicated school buses.
For 5-15 year olds
Children and young people between 5 and 15 will need a new or replacement NEC or Young Scot NEC before they can hop on board. Parents, guardians or carers of children between 5 and 15 will need to apply on their child’s behalf.
Find out the best way to apply for you.
For 16-21 year olds
If you’re aged between 16 and 21 you can apply for a new or replacement card today.
If you have an active NEC or Young Scot NEC already, you can download free bus travel onto your card using the Transport Scot Pass Collect app. This means you won’t need to apply for a new card to access your free bus travel.
Make sure you have your card with you when you board the bus. Tell the bus driver where you are going then tap your card on the electronic ticket machine. The smart technology will take care of the rest. Go on. Free yourself!
You can tell if you have an active card. They have a long number next to the ITSO logo and, if there’s a date of birth shown, it will be highlighted with a pink strip.
Find out the best way to apply for you.
Applying, renewing or replacing your National Entitlement Card or Young Scot National Entitlement Card
The Scottish Government is investing in a sustainable future for young people, with easier access to work, education, social and leisure opportunities through free bus travel. Expected to benefit just under a million children and young people, this generation of young people will be able to make travel choices that benefit them, their pocket and the planet! Leading the way to a brighter future.
How does it work?
The National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC) is your key to opening doors to new experiences, opportunities and adventures across Scotland with free bus travel.
It is operated by Transport Scotland who pay bus operators for each journey made. Each journey needs to be recorded electronically, which is why you need an NEC or Young Scot NEC to travel.
Once you have your card you’ll be able to travel on most buses across Scotland. There are few that aren’t included in the scheme such as premium fare services, sightseeing buses, cross-border services and dedicated school buses.
For 5-15 year olds
Children and young people between 5 and 15 will need a new or replacement NEC or Young Scot NEC before they can hop on board. Parents, guardians or carers of children between 5 and 15 will need to apply on their child’s behalf.
Find out the best way to apply for you.
For 16-21 year olds
If you’re aged between 16 and 21 you can apply for a new or replacement card today.
If you have an active NEC or Young Scot NEC already, you can download free bus travel onto your card using the Transport Scot Pass Collect app. This means you won’t need to apply for a new card to access your free bus travel.
Make sure you have your card with you when you board the bus. Tell the bus driver where you are going then tap your card on the electronic ticket machine. The smart technology will take care of the rest. Go on. Free yourself!
You can tell if you have an active card. They have a long number next to the ITSO logo and, if there’s a date of birth shown, it will be highlighted with a pink strip.
Find out the best way to apply for you.
Applying, renewing or replacing your National Entitlement Card or Young Scot National Entitlement Card
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Edited by Dan_82, 19 January 2023
72 Comments
sorted byI personally identify as an airline pilot, might try astronaut next week.
I personally wish you could just "pay the difference" but sadly not. My 21yo went to Glasgow for Hogmanay and bus home on NYD was £20 instead of free or even the difference of £10.
Just something to be mindful of as they were not aware.
but not practical