Can I use my Saltire Card on trains in Scotland?

Can I use my Saltire Card on trains in Scotland?

In October, the Scottish Government announced plans for the Saltire Card – a smartcard that can be used across public transport networks in Scotland.

Can you use Saltire Card on Edinburgh trams?

If you have a Scottish National Entitlement Card (also known as a Saltire card) issued by the City of Edinburgh Council, you are entitled to free travel on the tram. The same applies to cards from any local authority indicating visual impairment.

What can you use a Saltire Card for?

The NEC can be used to access free, discounted and concessionary travel on public transport in your local area and across Scotland. The smartcard can also be used for access to community car clubs such as Co-wheels, and storing travel tickets and passes from a number of operators.

Can I use my bus pass in Scotland?

Your National Entitlement Card is your bus pass. You can use it to travel in Scotland on almost all local and long distance bus services. You can use it for as many journeys as you want. You cannot use your bus pass on some services, such as premium-fare night buses and city sightseeing buses.

Can I use my bus pass anywhere in Scotland?

Do pensioners get free rail travel in Scotland?

Some local councils offer over-60 and disabled people free or discounted train travel. Visit the National Rail Enquiries website to check if this is available in your area. Only holders of National Entitlement Cards can get concessionary train travel. Visit Transport Scotland to find out how to apply.

Do pensioners get free train travel in Scotland?

Elderly and disabled residents in the Strathclyde region can save money on public transport with the National Entitlement Card (NEC). The card gives holders free bus travel in Scotland and, through the Strathclyde Concessionary Travel Scheme, reduced fares on trains and Subway in the Strathclyde area.

Can I use my national entitlement card on ScotRail?

If you’re aged 16-18 and have a Young Scot National Entitlement Card, you can get fantastic discounts on your train travel in Scotland. This includes 1/3 off most rail fares and 50% off weekly and monthly tickets.

Can I use my English senior citizen bus pass in Scotland?

No. English bus passes are not accepted in Scotland and vice versa. Only passes issued by City of Edinburgh Council work on the trams as they’re funded by the council. Other Scottish passes aren’t accepted on the trams.

Why can’t I use my bus pass in Scotland?

English bus passes are not accepted in Scotland and vice versa. Only passes issued by City of Edinburgh Council work on the trams as they’re funded by the council. Other Scottish passes aren’t accepted on the trams.

How to get an older person bus pass in Scotland?

To get an older person’s bus pass you must be: aged 60+ resident in Scotland; You can also get a bus if you have a disability. You can also apply with a disability if you’re under 60. Apply to your local council. Your local council deals with bus pass applications. You can contact your local council to apply for a bus pass.

Can a person with a disability travel on a bus in Scotland?

If you are over 60 or have a disability, you could be eligible for free bus travel to get around Scotland and your local area. You can access this via the National Entitlement Card, your pass to free bus travel in Scotland.

Where can I get free bus travel in Scotland?

The National Entitlement Card allows eligible individuals to access free bus travel across Scotland. Contact your local authority, or SPT in some areas, to apply or renew

Where can I travel on a bus pass in England?

Where you can use your pass. You can travel for free anywhere in England, including London on local bus services. It’s not valid for journeys within Scotland or Wales. Free travel is not available on tourist buses or coach services like megabus.com and National Express.