For Oxford’s commuters, students, and occasional travellers, multi-trip tickets offer a cost-effective and flexible way to get around the city and beyond. Available through the Oxford Bus mobile app, these tickets provide significant savings and make public transport more convenient than ever.
Why Choose Multi-Trip Tickets?
Multi-trip tickets are designed for those who don’t travel every day but still use public transport regularly. Instead of paying for each journey individually, passengers can purchase a bundle of journeys to use whenever they need.
- Flexible – No need to commit to daily travel; use your trips whenever it suits you.
- Cost-Effective – Save money compared to buying single tickets, with many fares now capped at £3.
- Convenient – Buy and store your tickets in the Oxford Bus app.
- Contactless & Eco-Friendly – Reduce paper waste and travel with ease.
Ticket Options to Suit You
- 5-Day Pass – Ideal for part-time workers or hybrid commuters.
- 12-Trip Ticket – Perfect for occasional travellers who need flexibility.
- Subscribe & Save – Set up automatic top-ups to ensure your ticket is always ready when you are.
How the £3 Fare Cap Affects Multi-Trip Tickets
From 1 January 2025, the government’s £3 fare cap on single bus tickets ensures that no single journey costs more than this amount. However, multi-trip tickets continue to offer even greater savings, making them the best option for frequent or semi-regular travellers.
- The CityZone 12-trip ticket remains one of the most cost-effective choices, working out to just over £2 per trip.
- Park&Ride fares and Didcot Zone tickets have been adjusted, ensuring they remain competitively priced.
- The Oxford Bus app now offers group ticket discounts, making travel cheaper for families and friends.
Where Can You Travel?
Multi-trip tickets can be used across the Oxford Bus Company and Thames Travel networks, covering Oxford city centre, surrounding towns, and key destinations like Reading and Heathrow.
The Airline express service continues to offer affordable routes to Gatwick and Heathrow airports, ensuring seamless long-distance travel.
How It Works
- Download the Oxford Bus app – Available on iOS and Android.
- Purchase your multi-trip ticket – Select a 5-day pass or 12-trip ticket.
- Scan your ticket when boarding – Just show your mobile pass and travel hassle-free.
- Top-up when needed – Use the ‘Subscribe & Save’ feature to automate renewals.
Passenger Feedback
Oxford commuters are already seeing the benefits of multi-trip tickets. “It’s perfect for my hybrid work schedule—I don’t waste money on a full-time pass, and I always have a ticket ready,” says commuter James Foster. “The app makes it so simple to track my remaining trips.”
Luke Marion, Managing Director of Oxford Bus Group, has also highlighted the benefits of the £3 fare cap initiative, stating:
“Many single bus fares will be lower than the new government fare cap, and bus travel remains tremendous value for money. The initiative has helped us grow patronage and reinvest in developing our network to make bus travel as accessible and attractive as possible.”
FAQs
Can I use my multi-trip ticket on different routes?
Yes, as long as the route is within the valid travel zones.
Does the ticket expire?
Trips must be used within a set period, so check the app for specific terms.
What happens if I lose my phone?
Your ticket is linked to your account, log in on another device to retrieve it.
Get Started Today
Oxford’s multi-trip tickets offer affordable, flexible travel for those who don’t need a full-time pass. With the £3 fare cap ensuring value and the Oxford Bus app simplifying the experience, it’s never been easier to travel. Download the Oxford Bus app, purchase your multi-trip ticket, and start saving on your journeys.
For full details, visit the Oxford Bus Company website or download the app.
