Use your Free Travel
If you're aged 66 or over, or getting certain social welfare payments, you can travel free of charge on most public transport services in Ireland.
Use this topic if you or someone you support want to:
- Work out where and when your Free Travel card or pass can be used
- Understand what to do on the day of travel, including what to bring and what to show if asked
Choose a topic to get started
| Topic | Description | Go here |
|---|---|---|
| Where and when you can use Free Travel | Find out which types of public transport are usually covered, what special arrangements apply for some islands and cross border journeys, and when Free Travel does not cover a journey. | ➡️ Where & When you can use Free Travel |
| Use your Free Travel card or paper pass on the day of travel | Learn what to bring, how to show your card or paper pass on different services, and what to do if you are travelling with a spouse, partner or companion. | ➡️ Use your Free Travel card or paper pass on the day of travel |
If you are not sure whether you qualify for Free Travel yet, go back to: