Statement – £1 bus fares for young people in Wales

11 July 2025

Young people aged 16 to 21 will be able to ride on buses across Wales for just £1 from September. Single fares will cost just £1 and there will be £3 day passes available too. It will allow young people to enjoy unlimited travel with any participating bus services from 1 September for a year. 

The Welsh Government will extend the scheme to 5 to 15-year-olds from November. Existing reduced fares for children will apply until then. Sixteen to 21-year-olds will need to apply for a free mytravelpass, if they don’t currently have one, and will be able to do so from 21 July.   

Louise Collins, Director at independent watchdog, Transport Focus said: 

“Younger passengers in Wales tell us they want bus services that are reliable, frequent and offer value for money.  

This investment in local bus services will cut the cost of travel for young people, making it easier for them to access education and work, as well as see family and friends.” 

More information on how the scheme will work is available at mytravelpass.