Free travel for students?

Question

Is it possible for students to get a free bus pass?

For example, if they have to travel to another town to get to their school or college.

If so, How can I get one?

If anyone could find me a link to apply for one I would appreciate it.

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Answer 1

Call the bus company and ask them about student rates.  They're the ones who decide.

Answer 2

I think it might depend on where you are so check with your local council. At my school in Lincolnshire you could only get a free bus pass up to year 11 and sixth formers had to pay.

Answer 3

It does really depend.

Some places give all under 18's free transport, some bus companies give students discount rates and some councils will pay for a pass.

If you HAVE to travel to another town ie there is no suitable school closer to you then you can apply to your LEA for a 'discretionary' grant, but it is just that, discretionary, it is entirely up to the LEA whether they give you the money for the pass.

Answer 4

In what state are you in, there is not such thing in my state.

Answer 5

In the UK?  No, unless you are also an old age pensioner, in which case you DO get a free bus pass.