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Home to School Transport Policy for children and young people aged 4 to 16
Post 16 Transport Policy Statements for 2023 to 2024 and 2024 to 2025 academic years.

KCC Travel Saver

Children in school years 7 to 11 who live in Kent can apply for a KCC Travel Saver that can save up to 50% on the cost of travel to and from school.
KCC 16+ Travel Saver

Bus travel for over 16s that can save up to 50% on the cost of bus travel to and from school and college.
Free school transport

For children attending their nearest school and travelling over 3 miles (2 miles if aged under 8), SEND children or for some low income families.
Plan your journey

Plan your route on public transport using the Traveline website.
School transport for SEND

Transport options if your child has special educational needs or disabilities.
Vacant Seats Payment Scheme

If your child is not eligible for free school transport, you may be able to get transport through our Vacant Seat Payment Scheme.
Set up a walking bus

A walking bus is a fun, healthy and safe way to get to school. Find out how to get started.
Feedback about bus services

Find out how to give feedback about local bus services and who to contact if you experience a problem.
16 - 17 Train Saver card

Buy a National Rail 16-17 Train Saver card to get up to 50% off your travel.
Connected Kent and Medway Smartcard

Find out how to get a pre-loaded smartcard which you can use to pay for bus travel.