The Bus Fare Cap Grant scheme is a government funded scheme being introduced on most single fares on bus journeys across England (outside London) from 1st January 2023 until 31 December 2023. This means that the cost of a single ticket will be capped at a maximum of £2 on eligible routes for the duration of the scheme.

The scheme has been launched by Department for Transport (DfT) to help people with the cost of travelling to work, education, medical treatment and shopping over the winter months, helping to ease the pressures from the rising cost of living. It will also encourage more people to make local journeys by bus, helping to reduce carbon emissions.

On all trentbarton services other than red arrow. This is because red arrow does not meet the Government’s conditions for its funding for this scheme.

Cap means that’s the maximum amount you’ll pay for a single ticket on eligible routes.

If your ticket already costs less than £2, it will remain at its current price.

Yes, you can continue to use your bus pass at the normal times.

Yes, our nightbus journeys are included in the £2 cap.

Yes, the cap is the same for all ages.

No, mango is already a discounted product, however the £2 cap will automatically apply to the current mango fares.

We would recommend checking your travel plans, as these tickets offer some of our highest discounts so may still be the best option for you.

Unfortunately we will not be freezing any cards. For any part refunds we calculate the refund amount based on usage. Please contact your HR team for super commuter pass holders or our Customer Services team on talk@trentbarton.co.uk or use our social media channels @trentbartonland to get in touch.

Yes, the caps remain unchanged at this time.

As we're not running on 1 January, the £2 single fare cap will be available from 2 January.