A Freedom Pass allows free travel on London buses, trains, trams, DLR and river services, and free local bus journeys nationally.
Who can apply
You must be a London resident and meet the age requirement to apply. To find out if you meet the criteria, check the eligibility calculator on the London Councils website.
If you are not eligible for a Freedom Pass, you may be able to get a 60+ London Oyster photocard from Transport for London.
How to apply or renew
You can apply for or renew a Freedom Pass on the London Councils website. The council does not issue passes.
When you apply, you will need to provide:
- proof of name and age, which can be a copy of your passport, medical card, birth certificate, driving licence or letter of state pension
- proof of address, which can be a copy of your council tax bill, letter or payment book, council or housing association rent book or statement, TV licence, bill from the last three months from HMRC or Department of Work and Pensions, or occupational pension letter
For expiring or expired passes, find out how to renew from London Councils.
Apply on London Councils website
Using your pass
The Freedom Pass is free to apply for and free to use. You can use your pass in London:
- for free tube, bus or tram travel any time
- for free National Rail services between 9.30am and 4.30am the next morning on weekdays, and any time on weekends and public holidays
- for half price Thames river services after 9am Monday to Friday and all day on weekends and public holidays
There may be a charge for using your pass outside of London. Read about using your pass on the London Council website.
Lost or stolen cards
You can report a lost or stolen card (and get a replacement) on the London Councils website. There is a fee for replacement cards. If your card was stolen and you have a crime reference number, it'll be replaced for free.
Telephone 0300 330 1433 or request a replacement card online.
Change of address or other details
If you've moved house or any other of your details have changed:
- telephone 0300 330 1433
- email info@freedompass.org
