Most single bus fares in England, outside London, are to be capped at £2 from 1 January 2027 until 31 December 2027.
Also, a reminder as we approach August -summer holidays- that free bus travel for all 5-to-15-year-olds in England on participating buses will be available between 1-31 August, 2026.
source: www.gov.uk/government/speeches/2-bus-fares-from-january-2027 (accessed 22 July, 2026)
source: www.gov.uk/government/news/schools-out-free-bus-travel-for-kids-set-to-launch-in-summer-holidays-cost-of-living-boost (accessed 22 July, 2026)