Bus passes for older or disabled people

The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) provides free travel on bus services across England for eligible older and disabled people.

You can use your pass between 9:30am and 11pm on weekdays, and at any time on weekends and bank holidays.

In this section

Apply for an older person's bus pass

If you live in Kent and have reached the state pension age - apply for an older person's bus pass. See how to apply and what documents we need as proof.
Apply for a disabled person's bus pass

If you live in Kent and have a disability, you may be eligible for a disabled person's bus pass. Find out how to apply and what documents we need as proof.
Replace or return your bus pass

Order a replacement if your bus pass is lost, damaged or has been stolen. Or let us know of a change of address.
Using your bus pass

Once you have your older person's or disabled person's bus pass, find out how to use it and when to use it.
Renew your bus pass

Find out how to renew your pass and how long it takes to process.
Information for transport providers

If you provide a registered bus service in Kent, read our information for transport providers.