National bus fare caps

The national bus fare cap became £3 in January 2025.  This replaced the £2 fare cap which started as temporary measure in January 2023  and was extended. The maximum single bus fare will be £3 with participating operators. 

Bus operators in East Sussex will be offering fares lower than £3 for shorter journeys. Please check on-board, operator websites and apps for more information .

For more on cost of living support see: Cost of living support: Benefits, tax and work - GOV.UK

Announcement on £3 fare cap here: Over £1 billion to boost bus services across the country as bus fares capped at £3 - GOV.UK