Is there any cost to travel?
No. For eligible holders, the Freedom Pass allows free travel on most of London’s public transport at no charge.
Who can be eligible?
Older residents who have reached State Pension age, and disabled people, living in a London borough.
Do I have to buy a ticket each trip?
No. With the pass you don’t buy separate tickets for journeys it covers.
Is it complicated to apply?
No. The application is usually done online, and checking whether you qualify is free.
🚌 Free Travel
Across London’s network
🎫 For Seniors
And disabled residents
🚇 Bus, Tube & Rail
Trams included too
📋 Apply Online
If you live in London
A great many older Londoners have no idea that their borough may entitle them to free travel across the city’s buses, Tube, trains and trams.
This isn’t a limited-time promotion or a money offer. It’s a genuine, long-running benefit run through London Councils for residents who meet the eligibility rules.
📌 What this page covers
👤 Who is usually eligible
📍 How to check availability in your borough
📄 What you may be asked to provide
Plenty of people who would qualify never use this benefit — simply because they don’t know it’s there, and keep paying for transport they could be taking for free.
What is the Freedom Pass?
The Freedom Pass is a travel card for eligible London residents that gives free travel on most local public transport.
It’s coordinated by London Councils on behalf of the city’s boroughs, and is aimed at older people and disabled residents to help them stay mobile and independent.
Why does this benefit exist?
Keeping older and disabled residents able to get around supports independence, social contact and overall well-being.
Free travel removes a daily cost that can otherwise add up quickly, which is why the scheme has run across London for years.
Who might be eligible?
The pass may be available to people who:
Have reached State Pension age
Are a disabled resident (under the eligible categories)
Live within a London borough
Exact rules can vary slightly by borough, but many residents qualify without realising it.
What might the pass cover?
| Transport | What it may include | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Buses | London bus network | Any time |
| Underground | London Underground (Tube) | Off-peak + weekends |
| Trains | National Rail within London | Conditions apply |
| Trams & DLR | Tram and DLR services | Included |
Why so many people miss out
Often it comes down to simple reasons:
- Not knowing the benefit exists
- Assuming the process is complicated
- Not knowing where to check eligibility
In reality it’s usually simpler than expected, and the eligibility check can be done online.
Your next step: check if you qualify
The first step is to confirm the rules for your borough and what you’ll need to provide. It’s free to check, and in most cases the application itself is free too.
On the next page you’ll find:
- How the application works, step by step
- What documents you may need
- How long approval usually takes
- How to apply through the official website