Child, young adult and student tickets
Child bus fares apply to children aged 5-15.
Up to 2 children under 5 years old can travel free of charge with any fare paying customer or pass holder (including ENCT). Any additional children travelling will be charged the normal child fare (regardless of age).
Young adult fares apply to ages 16-18.
Adult fares apply to anyone aged 19 or above, but students 19+ can get up to 25% discount with a valid NUS card which must show a photograph of the holder and a valid expiry date.
Freedom tickets are ideal for the regular traveler, they are available for unlimited travel across our network for 7, 30 or 90 consecutive days. The quickest and easiest way to buy 7, 30 and 90 day passes is via our Southern Vectis app . For child and young adult tickets you do need to complete a verification process via the app, but it is very simple and quick to do.
You can see our range of freedom tickets options here.
If you only travel now and again multi-day tickets are a cheaper way of buying single journeys. These are available on the key or in our mobile app. Available in 5, 15 and 30 day bundles these tickets give you unlimited travel across our network including open-top and seasonal routes. Days do not have to be used consecutively and are valid for one year after purchase. Please note that multi-day bundle tickets are special offer tickets and may be withdrawn from sale without notice.
You can see our range of freedom tickets options here.
To buy child or young person tickets in the app, you will need to complete a one-off verification process to prove you or your child's age. If you register for a key card online and upload a photo of yourself and we'll send a personalised one to our travel shop in Newport bus station within three working days for you to collect. You will need to bring an official document with you to prove your date of birth or your NUS card showing your photograph and a valid expiry date when you collect your card.