Please check with transport providers before travel.
There are a selection of local incentives to promote travelling by public transport, including;
[su_spoiler title=”Age-Related Bus Pass” style=”fancy”]This is part of the national statutory scheme which you can apply for according to age. This entitles you to free travel on buses within England between 9:30 am and 11:00 pm, Monday to Friday and all day Saturday and Sundays. To check your eligibility, at what age you can apply and to complete an application please visit the Norfolk County Council website. [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”Disabled Persons Bus Pass” style=”fancy”]This is a similar scheme to the above, however, to find out if you are eligible and to apply, please head to the Norfolk County Council website for more information. [/su_spoiler]
[su_spoiler title=”Community Transport Options In Your Area” style=”fancy”] Norwich Door to Door Covering Norwich and outer areas of Norwich, with a one way 5-mile trip costing £4, and more than 5 miles costing £6. To use this service pre-register by calling: 01603 776735 (Monday to Friday between 9:30am-3:30pm). More information can be found on their website: NorwichDoortoDoor.org.uk
Transport Plus
Operated by Norfolk County Council, this service covers Norwich as well as Norfolk. Please book at least 3-working days ahead. Journeys are 45p per mile, to book, please call: 0344 800 8020 (Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm).
For more information, visit the Norfolk County Council website.[/su_spoiler]
Community transport services like Norwich Door to Door and Transport Plus are essential for many people, and these services are often on the lookout for volunteers to help them reach even more users.
If you’ve got a bit of time to spare and want to see how you could get involved, just check out their websites above.