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Spain to Approve ‘Verano Joven 2025’ Discounts for Young Commuters

The 120 million-euro scheme will open online registration ahead of its July launch as part of efforts to steer 18 to 30-year-olds toward greener travel

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Overview

  • A royal decree approving the Verano Joven 2025 scheme is slated for Tuesday’s Council of Ministers.
  • The program will offer discounts on train and bus travel from July 1 to September 30 with a budget of 120 million euros.
  • Young people aged 18 to 30, including non-Spanish residents with legal status, must register on a forthcoming ministry website to obtain personal discount codes.
  • In 2024 the initiative saw 2.3 million participants make 5.2 million trips, with 65 percent by rail and 35 percent by coach.
  • Renfe will introduce three flat-price ticket options—BonoAve, BonoAve Flexible and Bono Colaborativo—valid on AVE, Avlo and related high-speed services.