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Service changes over late May bank holiday

Most non-critical council services close at 5pm, Friday, 23 May 2025 to 9am, Tuesday, 27 May 2025. Our contact centre will be open for emergencies.

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School travel expenses

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  1. Free bus tickets for primary school and high school transport
  2. Travelling to a school outside of Greater Manchester
  3. Vulnerable Student Bursary for 16-19 year olds
  4. Discretionary student bursary for 16-19 year olds
  5. Passes and cards (you are here)

Passes and cards

There are several different passes, tickets and travel cards available to ALL students in Greater Manchester.

View passes and cards for FREE or reduced school travel

  • Previous page : Discretionary student bursary for 16-19 year olds

Contact School and college travel team

Email: 16-19.transport@rochdale.gov.uk

Address: Early Help and Schools
Number One Riverside
Smith Street
Rochdale OL16 1XU
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