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Safer Travel Drop-in Sessions

Join us for one of our safer travel drop-in sessions to speak to our PCSO's and voice any concerns.

Great British Summer Savings: Free bus travel for 5 to 15 year olds this August

This summer, children and young people aged 5 to 15 can travel free on participating bus services as part of the UK Government’s Great British Summer Savings campaign.

The Ending of Yournextbus SMS Service

On 31 March 2026. the Yournextbus text messaging service (SMS) ended.

Free travel for Disabled Person’s pass holders in Wakefield

From Tuesday 26 May, Disabled Person’s pass holders will be able to travel for free all day under a new scheme for the Wakefield district.

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Industrial Action

Potential disruption to bus station and travel centre facilities in West Yorkshire.

Termly and Yearly tickets available to upload on Under 19 PhotoCards

From today under 19s will be able to load termly and annual tickets directly onto their blue Under 19 PhotoCard by using the MCard Mobile App.

Launch of new sign language service to help bus passengers in West Yorkshire

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority's new partnership with SignLive will make public transport more accessible for British Sign Language users in the region.

Weaver Network will offer made to measure public transport for West Yorkshire

A bold new era for public transport in West Yorkshire is set to begin, with the unveiling of the Weaver Network by regional leaders today.

Mayor's £2 bus fares to last until March 2025

The Mayor of West Yorkshire has confirmed that £2 bus fares in the region will continue into the new year

Target date set for bus station reopening as lower concourse set to open for rail passengers

A target date of January 5 has been set for the reopening of Bradford Interchange

New evening bus service to launch in North East Leeds as part of a six-month trial

New late-night journey to the X99 bus service introduced from Monday 28th October 2024.

Disabled Person's Travel Pass Applications

We have made some changes to how applications for disabled person’s travel passes are assessed.

Survey: Why do young people use buses?

West Yorkshire Combined Authority have launched a survey to learn more about why young people use buses, to help us shape our future transport network.

Plans to safely reopen Bradford Interchange Bus Station drawn up ahead of final decision next month

Experts have advised that Bradford Interchange Bus Station could safely reopen with appropriate safety measures.

We are making some changes to how applications for disabled person’s travel passes are assessed.

We are making some changes to how applications for disabled person’s travel passes are assessed.

New plans for Bradford Interchange due to investment

Plans to reopen part of the lower concourse at Bradford Interchange and create a new public space have been submitted by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

Bradford Interchange rail gateway to benefit from investment while solution for bus station is found

Investment to boost rail gateway as Combined Authority waits for in-depth surveys to determine bus Interchange future.

Bradford Interchange bus station to remain closed until June 2024

The latest update following the closure of Bradford Interchange bus station

West Yorkshire Mayor takes buses back under public control

The Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin has decided to take control of the buses in the biggest shake up to public transport in the region for decades.

Latest Bradford Interchange update

We took the precautionary measure to close Bradford Interchange Bus Station in January after some damage was discovered.

Bradford Interchange Bus Station Closed – Update

MCard ticket machine installed at Bradford Interchange Rail Station.

Bradford Interchange Currently Closed - Updated Statement

Bradford Interchange Currently Closed

Bradford Interchange Bus Station - Updated statement

Updated Statement from Simon Warburton, Executive Director of Transport at the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

Bradford Interchange Bus Station closed until further notice

Updated statement

Bradford Interchange Bus Station currently closed from Friday 5 January

Bradford Interchange bus station closed until further notice

First stage of “supercharged” £4m bus services for Leeds, Keighley and Shipley set to start this weekend

First stage of “supercharged” £4m bus services for Leeds, Keighley and Shipley set to start this weekend

Celebrate Yorkshire Day with some quintessentially Yorkshire Scenery, all accessible by bus, train and bike - or your own two feet.

It’s Yorkshire Day on 1 August, a day dedicated to honouring the rich heritage, culture, and traditions of this beautiful region.

Otley, Ilkley, Guiseley and Yeadon local bus services update

Changes to services affecting Yeadon, Guiseley, Otley, Menston, Ilkley, Hebers Ghyll, Cambridge, Apperley Bridge, Idle and Eccleshill and Wetherby from Sunday 19 February 2023.

5 Reasons To Start Reading On Public Transport This World Book Day

World Book Day is a wonderful celebration of the power of books and the joy of reading. On Thursday 2nd March , people all over the world come together to celebrate this special day, sharing their love of literature and the written word. It's a time to reflect on the importance of books in our lives, and to encourage others to discover the many benefits of reading.

Why Using Public Transport is Good for Hybrid Workers in West Yorkshire

Hybrid work has become increasingly popular in recent years, as many companies have embraced remote work options for their employees. However, for those who need to commute between their homes and offices, using public transport can be a great option

Hebden Bridge, the perfect place to mark LGBTQIA+ History Month in West Yorkshire

It is #LGBTQIA+HistoryMonth, which marks a fantastic opportunity to profile Hebden Bridge, warmly known as the 'lesbian capital of the UK'.

The best and most beautiful cross border £2 bus journeys

As we all feel the pinch, don’t miss out on this great offer. We’ve done the hard work for you and picked out some of the best and most beautiful cross border, £2 bus journeys. Give it a go while you have the chance.

Getting into Leeds this winter

There’s no better time to use public transport or even give it a go for the first time!

Mayor of West Yorkshire steps in to fund Boxing Day bus services

Boxing Day bus services are back this year thanks to the Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, who is funding services across the region.

Mayor launches new safer travel feedback tool

Passengers can report instances where they feel unsafe via the MCard app or microsite.

Mayor to introduce free shuttle bus service as Arriva bus strikes continue in West Yorkshire

Service will connect Pinderfields Hospital with Wakefield Bus Station.

Make the most of the scenic routes in your area

Some of the best scenic routes in West Yorkshire

Mayor’s ‘Free Bus Sunday’ in West Yorkshire to celebrate Platinum Jubilee

Pay nothing on West Yorkshire's buses and celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee on Sunday 5 June.

Mayor reveals plans to slash West Yorkshire bus fares and invest in new routes

Passengers boarding any West Yorkshire bus from September would pay no more than £2 per journey under proposals announced by Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire today (Wednesday 11 May). As well as single fares, the multi-operator WY DaySaver tickets available through the MCard app and smartcard will be reduced from £5.50 to £4.50 from September.

Zero emission buses coming to West Yorkshire

Successful funding bid to the Department for Transport will see over 100 new zero-emission buses introduced.

Leeds Temple Green Park and Ride goes from strength to strength

West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin opens extension to Park and Ride facility with 391 additional parking bays and 6 electric charging points

Changes to services at Halifax Bus Station as work progresses on new £17.7 million state-of-the-art facility

One million QR Code scans at West Yorkshire bus stops in 2021

Record usage of Bus Stop QR Codes in West Yorkshire in 2021 with 1.3 million scans

Demand Responsive Bus Service launched in East Leeds

West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Leeds City Council and First West Yorkshire have launched a new on-demand bus service for the residents of East Leeds, connecting people to local places, transport hubs and key destinations within the East Leeds area.

Bus travel throughout West Yorkshire will be FREE on Sunday (31 Oct)

The Mayor of West Yorkshire, Tracy Brabin, will make the announcement at this Friday’s (22 Oct) meeting of the Combined Authority. ‘Free Bus Sunday’ is intended to encourage people in the region to take the bus to be greener - and help raise awareness of next month’s United Nations Climate Change conference in Glasgow (COP 26).

Police and Crime Plan Consultation

Tracy Brabin, the Mayor of West Yorkshire has officially launched the consultation to inform her first Police and Crime Plan

Halifax Bus Station to be transformed as £17.7 million redevelopment starts

Services at Halifax Bus Station are set to change from next month (September) to enable construction work to start on a new £17.7 million state-of-the-art facility delivered by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority in partnership with Calderdale Council.

Students reminded to plan ahead for travel to school and college

Plan your journey and remember your face covering is the message to students as they prepare to return to school and college next week.

Information displays upgraded across West Yorkshire to show live bus capacity

Bus passengers using Arriva, First and Transdev services will now be able to know the capacity of their service before it arrives as over 1,750 of West Yorkshires real-time display screens have been enhanced to show how full buses are before they arrive.

Transport network prepared for the return of West Yorkshire’s students

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has been working with local councils and transport operators to ensure students can travel safely and observe social distancing when schools and colleges reopen in September.

Harvey’s VIP bus station visit is ‘thank you’ for Golcar voluntary work