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You can stay on the move in Solihull with Blue Badge parking and discount bus and train travel.
For bus or train timetables and tickets visit our public transport page.
DriveOn magazine for older drivers
The DriveOn magazine has information and advice to help older drivers improve and build their confidence. This edition covers topics such as:
- renewing your licence
- refresher driving courses
- reducing your fuel bill
- the Blue Badge Scheme
- Motability
Blue Badge
A Blue Badge can help you park closer to your destination if you are disabled.
Our apply for or renew a Blue Badge page provides information on:
- eligibility
- evidence you will need to provide
- how to apply
Bus travel
Get an older person's bus pass
You can get a pass for free bus travel when you reach the State Pension age. You can check when you will qualify on the GOV.UK website.
The pass lets you travel for free during off-peak times:
- between 9:30am and 11:00pm, Monday to Friday
- all day at weekends and on public holidays
You can apply online for an older person’s bus pass with Transport for West Midlands.
Apply for an older person's bus pass
Get a disabled person's bus pass
If you have a disability, you could be eligible for a disabled person’s pass.
You can apply online with Transport for West Midlands.
Apply for a disabled person's bus pass
National Railcards
With a National Railcard, you can save 1/3 on train travel. There are currently nine railcards available including:
Ring & Ride
If you find it difficult to use public transport, Ring & Ride provides a door-to-door transport service.