Kids go free on trains this half term

Transport for Wales is supporting families and friends to get out and about in Wales and the Border this half term with their Kids Go Free ticket offer.

Families and friends who fancy an adventure this half term can do so more cheaply as Transport for Wales introduces their Kids Go Free ticket. The ticket will allow up to two children under 11 years of age to travel free for each fare-paying adult on all of the rail operator's services. A further benefit has also been introduced as the age range of the fare-paying adult has now been dropped from 18 and over to 16+.

The rail operator has also considered children aged between 11 and 15 who can also travel for free during off-peak periods on Transport for Wales services. Off-peak travel covers from 9.30am to 4pm and after 6pm on Monday to Friday and any time of day on Saturday and Sunday. As above, up to two children aged 11 to 15 will be able to travel free during off-peak hours with each fare-paying adult.

Children aged between 0 and 4 years of age are able to travel with a fare-paying adult for free at all times on all UK railway services.

James Price, Transport for Wales Chief Executive, said:

“We understand this is a very challenging time for a lot of people as we face a cost of living crisis and we are committed to reducing the cost of using public transport.

“We've simplified our Kids Go Free offer to encourage as many people as possible to make the switch from cars to public transport, which can save money and also reduce their impact on the environment.”

The launch of the Kids Go Free offer has been designed to coincide with the school's autumn half term, however, the offer will be available all year round. To get the free tickets please visit a Transport for Wales ticket office or see an on-board conductor.

For further information about the Kids Go Free offer please visit www.tfw.wales/kidsgofree. This link also features a selection of free railway-related learning material for children.

The rail operator has also teamed up with Cadw in order to offer Transport for Wales passengers 2-for-1 offers for entry to historic sites when travelling by train. To get this offer you will need a valid, same-day rail ticket to receive two tickets for the price of one when visiting a number of popular landmarks in Wales.

Further information about the offer is available here https://tfw.wales/ways-to-travel/rail/savings-and-offers/cadw