If you’re 21 or under*, now you can go by bus for just £1 or less!

So, if you’re going to college, work or just meeting mates – it’s a cheaper, greener way to get around.

*Proof of age may be required. Terms and conditions apply.

BSIP 21 and under tickets terms and conditions 

21 and Under Single Ticket 

• Valid for one single customer journey on eligible local bus services** within Tyne and Wear, Durham County Council area and Northumberland County Council area
• Available to purchase for people 21 and under (5-21 years of age)  
• A valid form of ID must be presented if challenged, valid ID is defined as: a Passport (UK or International), proof of age cards with a PASS logo (e.g. a CitizenCard or Young Scot card), a driving licence or provisional driving licence (UK or EU), EU national identity card, a NHS Medical Card, Stagecoach U19 ID card, Nexus U16 Pop card, Arriva North East Teen Card or Network One Young Persons ID card
• These tickets are non refundable and must be replaced if lost or damaged
• If your bus fare is cheaper than £1 then you will still be able to purchase from the existing range of tickets

**This fare may not be available on a small number of services such as tour buses and match day services

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new 21 and under offer?
The 21 and under offer allows customers under the age of 22 to travel on one single customer journey within the Tyne and Wear, Durham County Council and Northumberland County Council areas for £1.

Who is eligible for the ticket?
Any one aged 21 or under is eligible for the ticket.

Which services are included?
The ticket is offered on journeys with most operators where the journey is wholly in the North East region. There are a small number of services where this offer is not valid such as tour buses and match day services. Additionally, this offer is not valid for journeys which cross the boundary outside of the North East. For further information check with the operator of your local service.

Will I be offered the fare where my journey starts in the North East but ends in a different region?
No. The fare is only available for customer journeys that are wholly in the Tyne and Wear, Durham County Council and Northumberland County Council areas.

What forms of ID are acceptable?
A valid form of ID must be presented if challenged, valid ID is defined as: a Passport (UK or International), proof of age cards with a PASS logo (e.g. a CitizenCard or Young Scot card), a driving licence or provisional driving licence (UK or EU), EU national identity card, a NHS Medical Card, Stagecoach U19 ID card, Nexus U16 Pop card, Arriva North East Teen Card or Network One Young Persons ID card. For further information check with the operator of your local service.