Person swiping their Transport Canberra MyWay card

How and when you travel on public transport can save you money

29 March 2023

Public transport is a convenient way to travel, but make sure you take advantage of the concessions or discounts available to save yourself money.

When using your MyWay card, remember:

  • Registering a MyWay concession card entitles you to a discounted fare.
  • Always tap-on and tap-off to pay the cheapest fare.
  • You have a free 90-minute transfer period to connect to other bus and light rail services or commence a return trip using the same ticket.
  • You can receive a 5% discount on individual fares if you top-up your MyWay card via autoload (direct debit) or BPAY.

Did you know that when you travel can save you money?

Off peak discounts apply between 9:00am and 4:30pm, and after 6:00pm on weekdays, all-day on weekends and public holidays!

Are you eligible to travel for free? You may be if you are:

  • An ACT resident over 70.
  • Have kids aged 5 and under - not attending school.
  • A Department of Veterans Affairs TPI Gold Card holder.
  • A passenger with a visual impairment.
  • An approved Student Transport Program concession holder.

To see which fare options or concessions are available to you, visit: https://www.transport.act.gov.au/tickets-and-myway/fares

The ACT Government provides support to Canberrans by offering a range of discounts, rebates, and subsidies. Explore the transport and registration section to access information about:

  • concession fares for public transport.
  • concessions for motor vehicle registration.
  • the Special Needs Transport Assistance Program.
  • gas/electric vehicle registration.

Transport - ACT Government


Get ACT news and events delivered straight to your inbox, sign up to our email newsletter:


All Canberra

Share this article:

Subscribe to the OUR CBR newsletter

Get the latest stories in your inbox