Catch the Bus Month 2025

Catch the Bus Month 2025

September is Catch the Bus Month; a chance to celebrate bus travel, why it’s so important, and why you should catch the bus more.

How to take part in Catch the Bus Month

Aside from catching the bus, how else can you take part in Catch the Bus Month? Here are some suggestions to get you in the spirit:

Enter our competition

To celebrate Bus User's 50th birthday, we’re holding a competition. By entering, you’ll be in with a chance to win a TrawsCymru bundle, worth up to £40. With 3 bundles up for grabs, what’s not to love?

To enter, simply visit the Transport for Wales or TrawsCymru Facebook pages, like the post and comment. It’s that simple. Find the terms and conditions here: https://traws.cymru/en/catch-the-bus-month-2025/terms-and-conditions

Get a discounted visit to an attraction in Wales

To promote affordable travel this Catch the Bus Month, we’ve teamed up with some of our partners to get you discounted day outs:

• Brecon Mountain Railway
• Vale of Rheidol Railway

Simply travel on a TrawsCymru service then show your bus ticket when you get to the ticket office to get 10% off your tickets.

Travel to a new spot in Wales

There are hidden gems all around Wales for you to discover by bus, from Swansea to Bangor. From Norman fortresses and Blue Flag beaches to wildlife hubs and crocodile feeding, there’s an adventure for everyone.

We’ve gathered a list of 50 locations across Wales to visit, so keep an eye out on our news page. Plan your journey here: https://traws.cymru/en/plan-your-journey

Benefits of bus travel

Whether you’re a regular commuter or would like to get a few more steps in this month, now is the perfect time to catch the bus. Here are some key benefits:

Champion sustainability

Catching the bus is one of the greenest ways to travel. From reducing pollution and congestion to freeing up our city centres, sustainability is at the heart of bus travel.

Promote social inclusion

Buses connect people to work, education, health, friends and family. Whether you’re getting the bus to college or your local gym, bus travel improves lives and opportunities.

Boost the economy

Did you know that buses are worth up to £3.50 for every £1 invested? From the thousands of bus employees to the millions of passengers - bus travel helps businesses grow and local communities thrive.

Promotes physical activity

Want to do more exercise in this month? Bus travel can go hand in hand with active travel. Walking to and from the bus stop can provide the recommended 30 minutes of exercise each day and reduce sedentary behaviours.

To find out more about Catch the Bus Month, head to this page: https://bususers.org/catchthebusmonth/