How to travel on Transport Canberra buses and light rail
Seniors can access discounted bus and light rail travel using the following:
- MyWay+ travel card: Visit a MyWay+ retail outlet to get a free travel card (with the concession applied) or order one online through your MyWay+ account.
- Bank card: Set up a MyWay+ account and link your bank card so you can tap on and off with your physical card or digital card on a device.
- MyWay+ pass: Download the MyWay+ app, log into your account and use the in-app QR code digital ticket.
- Printed ticket: Purchase a ticket from your MyWay+ account or at a ticket vending machine.
Registering a MyWay+ account is the easiest way to manage your travel. For more information see create a MyWay+ account.
Eligibility
If you have a Seniors Card issued by any Australian state or territory you are entitled to concession fares and a free MyWay+ travel card.
To be eligible for an ACT Seniors Card you must be:
- 60 years of age or older
- a permanent resident of Australia
- residing in the ACT and
- not be in paid employment for more than 20 hours per week.
For more information on the ACT Seniors Card see the ACT Seniors Card website. Please note the combined ACT Seniors/TC MyWay card no longer works on public transport. You should still keep your ACT Seniors Card as proof of concession and to continue accessing other benefits.
Fares
Seniors aged 60 to 69 (from the ACT and interstate) are entitled to free off-peak travel if you work fewer than 20 hours per week. To travel during peak hours (weekdays before 9:00 am and from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm), you will need to pay a discounted concession fare .
Seniors aged 70 and over from the ACT are eligible for free travel at all times. Interstate Seniors Card holders are not eligible for over 70s free travel, but you can access free off-peak travel and discounted concession fares during peak hours.
Please note all concession holders must carry their proof of concession (Seniors Card) while travelling on public transport.
Tips
MyWay+ account tips
A MyWay+ account offers personalised and convenient travel management. In your MyWay+ account, you can:
- order a free MyWay+ travel card (make sure you apply your concession before you order your card)
- transfer any current MyWay travel credit
- use a MyWay+ travel card or contactless payment method such as Mastercard or Visa card, linked to your MyWay+ account (even when your travel is free)
- register a concession for discounted or free travel
- view your travel and transaction history.
Create a MyWay+ account or find out more about MyWay+ accounts.
Myway+ travel card tips for seniors
Interstate travel
ACT Seniors Card holders are eligible for concession travel on Transport NSW's Opal public transport network. For Opal Gold application please visit Opal card NSW.
Information on seniors concessions in other states and territories around Australia can be found on the following websites:
