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Back to School

Here you can find details of all the ways you can help your children to get to school.

If you want to know how your child can get to school using the bus, train or tram, click here. For details of the concessionary fares on offer to school children in Greater Manchester, click here.

If you don't know where your nearest bus stop is, simply click here (you'll need your postcode handy).

You can also get information on cycling here and can plan a walk to school by clicking here.

Information about the dedicated school bus services provided by TfGM can be found here.

If your child is going to travel by bus, it is important for your child to have an igo pass - the mandatory proof-of-age card that lets 11 to 16-year-olds travel in Greater Manchester at a cheaper rate. To find out more, click here.

For information about the different types of tickets available in Greater Manchester, click here.

For tips on how to stay safe when using public transport, click here.

You can find out more about Greater Manchester's Metrolink network by clicking here. For more information on rail services, click here.