No. In London, the Freedom Pass is an Oyster smartcard that uses a different technology to the one elsewhere in England, so you will need to show your pass.
Does Freedom Pass work in Cambridge?
Bethnal Green & Cambridge Heath
Freedom Pass is valid at any time between Liverpool Street and Cambridge Heath on London Overground. On NR services for these routes, Freedom Pass is valid from 09.30 Monday to Friday and at any time on weekends and public holidays.
How far out of London can I use my Freedom Pass?
jpg. Freedom Passes will be valid to use on all of the Elizabeth line including stops outside of London. Freedom Pass holders should note that Bond Street on the Elizabeth line is not currently in use.
Can you use a Freedom Pass all over the UK?
Using your Freedom Pass outside London
The rose symbol on your Freedom Pass means you can travel free on local buses all over England.
Are there any restrictions on freedom passes?
The Freedom Pass is not valid on most intercity coach services and is not valid in Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, or on tram or National Rail services outside London.
Can I use my Freedom Pass to get to Stansted Airport?
No, Stansted Airport is outside London. You will need to buy a ticket from the Freedom Pass boundary. And Freedom Passes are not accepted at all on the National Express coach routes.
Can I use my OAP bus pass anywhere in the UK?
Where can I use my bus pass? Your bus pass is valid for use on all registered Bus services within England, so if you are visiting other places you should be able to use your pass. It is not valid in Wales* or Scotland.
Can I use my Freedom Pass to get to Gatwick Airport?
National Rail
Passes are not valid on Gatwick Express, Heathrow Express or any long distance inter-city train that does not stop at intermediate stations within the freedom pass area. For travel beyond the freedom pass area you must purchase a separate extension ticket before you travel.
Can I use my Freedom Pass on the railway?
Your Freedom Pass allows you to travel in Standard Class on most local rail services in London, during the following times: Monday to Friday from 9.30am and until 4.30am the following morning. at any time on weekends and public holidays.
Can I use my Freedom Pass on Southern Rail?
Can I use my freedom pass on your network? Freedom pass holders can travel free on National Rail routes within the valid zones after 09:30 on weekdays or at any time on weekends and public holidays.
Can I use my Freedom Pass on the tube?
Up to four children aged under 11 may travel free with a Freedom Pass holder on all buses, trams, Tube, DLR and between stations on the orange routes on National Rail/London Overground services as per the Freedom Pass map.
Is the Freedom Pass being discontinued?
We have now sent out all renewal passes to those we believe are still eligible for the Older Person’s Freedom Pass who held a 31 March 2022 expiry pass. We automatically renewed passes for Older Persons pass holders, who from our residency checks, were still living at the same address as shown on our records.
What is the difference between 60+ and Freedom Pass?
Is the Freedom Pass different to 60+ Oyster Card? The Freedom Pass is specifically designed to serve pensioners, whereas the 60+ Oyster card is for those over 60. The Freedom Pass criteria is based off of the Women’s state pension age, which means that those over 66 are eligible for a Freedom Pass.
Can I use my Freedom Pass on the river bus?
Freedom Pass discount
Freedom Passes are not compatible with pay as you go on River Bus services, if you are a Freedom Pass holder you must buy a ticket before travelling which is offered at a discounted rate.
Can I use my Freedom Pass on National Express coaches?
The pass will be valid on your date of arrival, and is redeemable by displaying your National Express coach ticket (which will have the bus pass listed) to the driver when you board any local National Express bus. Please note children under the age of 5 are entitled to travel free on our local bus network.
Can I use my 60+ Oyster card outside London?
Using the pass
60+ Oyster pass holders are not entitled to free travel on services outside of London.
Can I use my Freedom Pass to get to Heathrow?
No. In London, the Freedom Pass is an Oyster smartcard that uses a different technology to the one elsewhere in England, so you will need to show your pass. The government is working on a national standard.
Can I use my Freedom Pass to travel to Reading?
On the TfL Rail service, Freedom Pass holders will enjoy free travel all the way to Reading, with families also benefiting from free travel for children under the age of 11 when they travel with a paying adult.
Can I use my Freedom Pass on the Elizabeth line to reading?
London Councils has confirmed that Freedom Pass holders will be able to use their passes on weekdays and at all times at weekends and Bank Holidays on the entire Elizabeth line. This will include stations up to and including Reading once the service is operating in full.
Can I use my bus pass on trains in England?
English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) passes (or bus passes as they are often referred to) are not valid on all trains.
Can I use my pensioners bus pass in London?
If you live in England or Wales
In England you can get a bus pass for free travel when you reach the State Pension age. If you live in London, you can travel free on buses, tubes and other transport when you’re 60, but only within London.