Our guide to using the bus
1. Find where the bus goes and when…
It is easier than ever to get the information you need to catch your bus.
As well as using this timetable booklet you can view the bus services you need at all of our bus stops, browse our website at www.bybus.co.uk where you can find 
an interactive timetable, call in for a warm welcome at our travel office in the Square (opposite Boots), or you can even have the times of your next bus sent straight to your mobile phone.
If you are looking for independent advice on all Public Transport call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33. This timetable book shows major stops along each route, so if you want to know where the closest stop to you is just look at the individual maps on the timetable page or email us and we will let you know.
2. What kind of journey are you making?
We want to make sure that you get the best possible value when you travel with us. On our buses as well as Adult and Child single tickets, you can buy day tickets at £3.70 adult or £2.00 child which means you can use the whole Yellow Buses network all day, travelling as much as you like. If you are out with your family, we have a Family group ticket, which allows 2 adults and up to 3 children to travel all day for just £9.00.
If you travel regularly, you can purchase a card which is the best value way to travel. These are available in 7, 30, 90 day and 10 trip varieties (adult and child versions available). Cards are available from PayPoint outlets across the area or from the travel office in the square opposite Boots.
If you aren't sure which ticket is best for you, and the closest place to buy it, email us and we will let you know.
3. At the bus stop
The bus stop signs will tell you which routes stop there and the final destinations. All of our routes are colour coded, and our stops are named, you can see the colour in the bus stop sign, and then follow that through the display which lists the times of every bus at your stop. This timetable includes route maps with the main stops named. If you want help finding the bus stops closest to you email us.
As a bus approaches, look at the destination on the front. The bus will display the route number and destination, which is the last stop; it will usually show another major destination on the way as well. Core routes are normally operated by easy access, low floor buses, making it easier for you to get on and off, please clearly put out your hand so the driver knows you wish to board.
4. Tell the driver where you would like to go to, ask for a day ticket or place your smartcard onto the target next to the ticket machine.
The driver will then give you a ticket, or the machine will 'beep' and read your card. It helps our buses keep to time if you are able to use the right change please, and of course keep your ticket for inspection whilst on the bus.
5. Find a seat and relax.
You can leave all the bother of driving to us, and you'll get a better view of the area than in your car. There will be no parking worries, and you can
use your phone, read or listen to music safely too, but we do ask that you are aware of the comfort of all our passengers.
6. When you want to get off, press the bell.
The 'bus stopping' sign will light up… but please stay seated until the bus comes to a complete stop.
We look forward to you travelling with us soon.
