Proof of Age

Young people aged 14 to 18 may be asked to prove their age when buying a child ticket if they are not wearing school uniform.

To avoid being charged an adult fare, we recommend verifying your age before you travel.

You can verify your age by:

  • Using child verification in our app
  • Applying for a busID card

Child busID cards are available from:

  • Our Travel Shop on North Street, Brighton
  • Our depot at 43 Conway Street, Hove

Find out more about busID.

Accepted ID

The following forms of ID are accepted when purchasing child tickets:

  • In-app child verification
  • Child busID card
  • UK passport
  • UK driving licence
  • Sussex 3-iD card