Overview

• There are two concessionary passes for local buses across the UK: one for older people and one for disabled people.
• In England, older-person passes begin at State Pension age (currently 66), while Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland accept applications from age 60.
• London residents aged 60 can use the 60+ Oyster photocard for free travel on TfL buses, trains and other services.
• In England, disabled-person passes are issued by local councils via GOV.UK, with processes differing slightly in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and eligibility requiring a permanent or 12‑month condition for applicants aged five or over.
• Qualifying examples include profound or severe deafness, severe sight impairment, being without speech, long-term mobility difficulties, loss of both arms, certain learning disabilities, or medical reasons that would bar a driving licence; Age UK advises checking with your council for any local discounts from 60.