We know this can be frustrating. Most applications for children under 5 or for college students don’t meet the rules for help. But there are other ways to get support.
Not everybody is eligible for funded transport. ßÙßÇÂþ» has a wide range of travel and transport options available.
Understand the decision
See our school transport policies to find out why you didn't meet the rules.
Explore other options
You may be able to:
- apply to buy a spare seat on a school transport route
- travel by public bus to school or college
- apply for a ßÙßÇÂþ» LINK bus card (for those aged 20 and under)
- ask your college about bursary or hardship funds
Appeal the decision
You can appeal a travel help decision if:
- you think the decision is wrong
- you have new evidence of exceptional reasons