Concessionary Travel Bus Passes & Travel Tokens

England's 2008 National Bus Pass

What’s happening?

From the 1st April 2008 a National scheme will be introduced into England, in line with the schemes that already operate in Wales and Scotland.

The statutory requirement is for every local authority to provide free bus travel at off peak times (i.e. between 9:30am - 11:00pm, plus weekends and bank holidays) for all eligible customers within England. Wychavon pass holders will therefore be able to travel by bus beyond the Worcestershire County and the neighbouring counties to any destination within England (not Wales & Scotland) for free.

In order for pass holders to travel throughout England there will be a new National Pass that will be instantly recognisable to all the bus operators. We have already been collecting photographs for our existing passes and it is our intention to use these to produce the new pass. If you do not have a photo style pass please visit one of our Contact Centres as soon as possible.

For all the latest information from the Department for Transport visit  
DfT Website/Concessionary Travel Bill.
FAQ'S New National Scheme  (24.90 KB)

If you require any further information, contact Louise Bennett on (01386) 565437

What Travel Concessions do the Council offer?

We offer a choice of one of the following:

Free Fare English Bus Pass
These can be used for unlimited travel throughout England on local bus services or

Travel Tokens
These are only available as an alternative to residents 80 years of age or those people who qualify disabled  (70.47 KB) and their companions. These can be used on buses, trains and some taxi services and are for use in the Wychavon district or within the immediate vicinity of the district boundary.

Who can apply for the Concessionary Travel Scheme?

You need to be 60 years of age, qualify disabled  (70.47 KB) or be a companion of a person who qualifies as disabled.

How do I apply for the Concessionary Travel Scheme?

Go along to one of our contact centre's You will be required to provide I.D, evidence that you are a resident of the district and proof that you are eligible. If you are collecting a bus pass you will also require a passport sized photograph,we can provide this for a £2 charge.

Can someone collect my concessionary travel allocation for me?

Bus passes must be collected in person.However if you are eligible for travel tokens,(residents aged 80 years or over, qualifying disabled  (70.47 KB) or their companions) these can be collected by someone on your behalf.You will need to give a letter of authorisation to the person you nominate or complete an authorisation form  (101.54 KB). You will also need to give your nominated person your I.D and they will need to bring in their own I.D to prove that they are the person you have nominated.

When can I apply for the Concessionary Travel Scheme?

You can apply at our contact cenres up to 1 month in advance of your 60th birthday for your bus pass. These will then be posted to you directly.
Travel Tokens are available as soon as you become eligible and are distributed directly from our contact centre's. These are available from 1st April onwards each year.

What do I do if I lose my bus pass?

If you have lost your bus pass and require a replacement there will be a £5 charge. This charge will be waivered if your pass has been stolen and  you can provide a crime reference number.

What are the value of the Concessions offered as part of the Concessionary Travel Scheme?

Your bus pass will enable you to travel for free on local bus services throughout England.The value of tokens you would receive is dependent on where you live. From 1st April each year you will receive £50.00 if you live in a town and £80.00 if you live in a rural area.

Where can I use my Concessionary Travel allocation?

The bus pass can be used at all times in Worcestershire and at off peak times (9.30am -11.00pm Monday to Friday and all day weekend and bank holidays) throughout the rest of England.Travel Tokens can be used on buses, trains and some taxi companies (check when booking) to pay for your fare.(Journey's must start or finish within the vicinity of the district boundary).

Downloadable Forms

• England's 2008 bus concession explained  (322.90 KB)
• Application for a Bus Pass  (172.72 KB) (Your Bus Pass can only be collected in person)
• Application for Travel Tokens  (50.31 KB)
• Authorisation Form  (101.54 KB)
• Have your Say Leaflet  (95.20 KB)

Further Information

Blue Badge
If you qualify for concessions under the disability category you may also be entitled to a blue badge for parking. For further details see Worcestershire County Council's Blue Badge Scheme.

• Local bus services in Worcestershire
• Flexilink Information
• Community Transport Information
• Bus Timetables in Worcestershire
• Plan your Journey with Traveline

For any queries regarding concessionary fares you feel are not covered on this page contact.

Democratic Services Officer
Louise Bennett
Tel: 01386 565437
Email: louise.bennett@wychavon.gov.uk