First West of England will be increasing the prices of some of its fares and cutting discounts for young people starting this weekend. The bus operator has said the price rises represent "good value for travelling sustainably at a time when fuel costs and the general cost of living remain high".
The announcement of the changes comes on the same day as the launch of the Bristol birthday bus pass scheme, offering free bus travel to people during their birthday month. Changes to a number of fares will be in place from Sunday (July 9).
Single ticket fares will remain at £2 for adults and £1 for children as part of a government cap on bus fares in place until October 31, 2023. From November 1, the bus fare cap will change to £2.50 for single tickets. This cap will last until November 30, 2024.
