Get around for no more than £3!
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East Yorkshire Buses Fare Updates
Starting 1st January 2025
Starting 1st January 2025, the cost of a single bus ticket will be capped at £3 on eligible routes, but many fares will be cheaper than that. For example, fares currently priced at £2 will be adjusted depending on the length of the journey. New fares will be set at £2.30, £2.50, £2.80, and £3, offering a range of affordable options for various distances.
For frequent bus users, our period passes, or multi-trip tickets can offer even better value. Plus, your journeys are unlimited, allowing you to travel as often as needed without worrying about additional costs.
Are Any Other Fares Changing?
Besides the £3 fare cap, we’ll adjust other fares across our network. Some fares below £2 will remain the same, some will be reduced, while others will see slight increases.
Here’s a summary of the changes to fares under £2:
| Old Fare | New Fare | Old Fare | New Fare | Old Fare | New Fare | Old Fare | New Fare | |||
| £0.50 | £0.50 | £1.00 | £1.10 | £1.50 | £1.50 | £1.80 | £2.00 | |||
| £0.60 | £0.60 | £1.10 | £1.10 | £1.55 | £1.50 | £1.90 | £2.00 | |||
| £0.70 | £0.60 | £1.20 | £1.10 | £1.60 | £1.80 | |||||
| £0.80 | £0.80 | £1.30 | £1.10 | £1.70 | £1.80 | |||||
| £0.90 | £0.80 | £1.40 | £1.50 | £1.75 | £1.80 |
See some example fares below:
Hull: Affordable Travel Across the City and Beyond
From Hull, we’ve made reaching key destinations more cost-effective than ever, both near and far. Here are some examples of fares:
- Beverley Bus Station: £3.00
- Market Weighton: £3.00
- Pocklington: £3.00
- York Railway Station: £3.00
- Castle Hill Hospital: £3.00
- Cottingham Green: £2.80
- Northholme Road: £2.50
- Melwood Grove: £1.80
- Haworth Arms: £2.50
- Hessle Road Asda: £2.50
- Withernsea: £3.00
Short trips within Hull, such as Hull Royal Infirmary (£0.60), Clarence Street (£1.80), and Sandringham Street (£1.80), remain incredibly budget-friendly, making it easy to travel across the city.
York: Affordable Journeys to Key Destinations
For those travelling in and around York, the £3 fare cap provides excellent value for longer trips, while local fares remain highly affordable. Examples include:
- Windmill Lane/York University: £1.50
- Tranby Avenue: £2.00
- Grimston Hall: £2.00
- Pocklington: £3.00
- Market Weighton: £3.00
- Beverley: £3.00
- Dunnington: £2.00
- Hull City Centre: £3.00
- Ainsty: £1.80
- Green Hammerton: £3.00
- Ripon: £3.00
York Locals 12 and 14 Fares: We are proud to announce that fares on our York Locals 12 and 14 routes remain frozen at £2.00 or below, ensuring affordability for all passengers travelling within York.
Scarborough: Low-Cost Coastal Trips
Scarborough residents and visitors can enjoy reduced fares to some of the area’s favourite spots. For example:
- St Andrews Church: £1.50
- Sea Cliff Road: £2.50
- Osgodby Hill Top: £3.00
- Seamer Station: £3.00
Longer journeys, such as to Priory Stores or Ridgeway, are all capped at £3.00, providing great value for travel across the town and surrounding areas.
Bridlington: Explore the Coast and Countryside
Travel to nearby coastal and countryside locations in Bridlington for no more than £3.00. Some examples include:
- Sands Lane: £2.00
- Fortyfoot/Queensgate: £2.30
- Sewerby Heads: £2.30
- Grindale Lane End: £3.00
- Speeton Lane End: £3.00
- Reighton: £3.00
- Primrose Valley Lane End: £3.00
- Filey Bus Station: £3.00
- Gristhorpe: £3.00
- Lebberston: £3.00
- Killerby Lane End: £3.00
- Cayton: £3.00
- Hunmanby Roundabout: £3.00
- Haven Holiday Park: £3.00
Shorter journeys within Bridlington remain affordable for local travellers, such as Marton Road/Middleton Court (£2.50) and Scarborough Roundabout (£2.50). Whether you're visiting scenic coastal spots or nearby villages, you can enjoy budget-friendly travel across the Bridlington area.
Season Tickets
We will be making some alterations to some tickets below., please visit our fares and tickets page.
The longer the pass duration, the greater the savings.
For more information, visit our fares page or the East Yorkshire Buses app.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is the £3 bus fares cap?
Until 31 December 2025, the cost of an adult single bus fare will be a maximum of £3 in England outside London. The government is funding this to help ease the cost-of-living pressures.
What journeys does it cover?
The £3 fare cap will cover all single journeys by participating bus operators on local bus services.
Is this replacing the £2 fare cap?
Yes, this will replace the £2 fare cap from 1st January 2025.
Is it available on all services?
The £3 fare cap applies to all services except Bridlington Park and Ride Services, Open Top Services, and School Specials.
Is there a maximum distance?
No, there isn’t a maximum distance. But the cap only covers local buses—it doesn’t cover coach services or special routes.
Do you normally use a concessionary bus pass for our services?
You can continue using your bus pass ,and your current arrangements will remain unchanged.
What payment methods are included?
All payment methods are included. You can pay in cash, using a contactless card or device, or via the mobile app.
My usual fare is £2. Does this mean it will go up to £3?
Fares will be adjusted according to the length of the journey. For example, they will be set at £2.30, £2.50, £2.80, and £3.
Does this cap cover child fares as well as adult fares?
Yes, child fares on East Yorkshire Buses services will be capped at a maximum of £3.
What happens if I change buses—do I have to pay £3 twice?
Yes, you do. The fare cap only applies to a journey on a single bus. If you're travelling on more than two buses in a day, purchasing a day ticket for the zone you are travelling in will likely be cheaper—check out our range of tickets here.
How long does the offer last?
The scheme will run from January 2025 until the end of December 2025.