Save £££ on High Peak Buses routes – bus fare cap extended to at least March 2027
The current £3 fare cap, which applies to most single bus journeys on local and regional routes across England (excluding London), replaced the previous £2 initiative introduced by the Conservative government in January 2023. The original scheme was due to end in December 2025, but the new cap continues the support.
Funded by the government as part of the Help for Households campaign, the scheme aims to keep travel affordable during the ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
In Derbyshire, the £3 cap covers all adult fares. Concessionary card holders, including b_line users, will continue to receive their usual discounts on their existing passes.
Children aged 5-16 currently benefit from a £1.50 cap on any journey starting or ending in Derbyshire (including Derby), though some operators may charge less. b_line1 card holders may be asked to show their card to confirm they are under 16.
As a general rule, children under 5 travel free when accompanied by a fare-paying adult, but eligibility may vary by operator – check with the driver when boarding.
The flat rate cap only applies to single journeys – one trip, on one bus – at any time of day. Return and multi-bus journeys and daily or weekly tickets continue to be charged at their usual price, so check if it may be cheaper to buy single tickets instead. The cap only applies to bus routes, not to coach fares.
Over 5,000 routes in England are currently capped under the scheme. For the full list, check the Gov.uk website.
A list of local and regional bus companies operating the £3 scheme can be found here.
High Peak Buses routes
Whether you’re heading to work or popping into town, or, going for a day out, a single bus journey will cost no more than £3. The following High Peak Buses (owned by Centrebus) routes are taking part in the scheme:
113, 114, 14, 14A, 185, 186, 190, 199, 389, 390, 393, 394, 440, 441, 442, 58, 60, 60A, 61, 76, 77, TP2, TP3, 62, 130, 271, 272
You can buy your £3 single ticket on board with cash or your contactless card or mobile device. Day, Week and Month tickets will still be available to purchase on the bus or via the Centrebus App, but it may be cheaper to purchase a £3 single each time you travel, for the duration of the scheme.
FAQs
My ticket costs less than £3 already, will I pay more?
If your journey already costs less than £3, this will remain unchanged and you will pay the lower fare.
I normally buy a Week or Month ticket, will this be capped?
No, the Government scheme is against Single Fares only. Week and Month tickets will still be available, but you will need to compare costs, as it may be cheaper to buy a £3 single fare each time you travel, depending on how many trips you make.
Are there any High Peak Buses services not included in the £3 fare?
No, all High Peak Buses routes will be included.
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