Intercity Bus Discounts: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to access a 50% discount on multi-trip tickets for certain long-distance bus routes in Spain.
This scheme provides a way for travelers to reduce their transport expenses by offering significant savings on certain long-distance bus routes across Spain.
Who it's for
The scheme is available to the general public. If you are traveling between different areas using bus routes that operate under state concessions, you may be eligible to use these savings. It is designed to make intercity travel more affordable for anyone using these specific national transit lines.
What you get
When you use this scheme, you receive a 50% discount on the cost of multi-trip tickets. These tickets, sometimes referred to by the local term "Bono bus," allow you to travel multiple times at a much lower rate than buying single, individual tickets for every journey. This is particularly useful for people who travel frequently between different regions.
What it costs you
There is no specific membership fee or registration cost to access these savings. To benefit from the discount, you must go through the standard purchasing process. You can acquire your discounted multi-trip tickets by visiting a physical bus station in person or by completing your purchase through an online platform provided by the transport operator.
The catch to know
The most important thing to remember is that this discount is not universal for all bus travel. It only applies to specific state-run lines that operate under the official concessions. It does not apply to local city buses used for short trips within a single municipality. Always verify that your specific route is part of the state-concession network before expecting the discount to apply.
How to apply
- Check your intended travel route to ensure it is a state-concession line rather than a local city bus.
- Decide whether you prefer to purchase your tickets in person at a physical bus station or through an online booking system.
- Select the multi-trip ticket option (Bono bus) when checking out to ensure the 50% discount is applied to your total.