Here at MCard we want to keep you up-to-date with all the latest news about smart travel.
Help us design the ultimate combined Bus and Rail tickets.
30 July 2024MCard want to hear from you! If you travel by bus and train in West Yorkshire, w…
Epic summer awaits for under 19s: Hop on a bus or train and explore new adventures
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The summer holidays are here, and it's time to embark on an unforgettable adven…
Unforgettable summer adventures for families
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The summer holidays are here, and it's the perfect time to explore West Yorkshi…
You don't have to go abroad to have a European holiday this summer ☀️
14 June 2024Comparing the scenic and cultural offerings of West Yorkshire to various renowne…
Next phase of Bradford city centre transformation set to begin
05 April 2024The next phase of major works to transform the heart of Bradford city centre is …
Family fun this Easter with MCard
22 March 2024There are plenty of ways to keep the family entertained without breaking the ban…
New MCard prices 2024
14 February 2024Prices for both bus-only and bus & rail MCard tickets will change on Sunday …
Half term adventures made easy with MCard
07 February 2024There are plenty of ways to keep the family entertained without breaking the ban…
Bradford Interchange Currently Closed
29 January 2024West Yorkshire Combined Authority have taken the precautionary measure to close …
MCard Removal from Payzone Outlets
01 December 2023From 1 January 2024 Payzone retail outlets will no longer sell MCard tickets.
Th…
October Half Term Activities and Spooktacular Halloween events
23 October 2023Are you looking for days out to keep the kids entertained this October half term…
10 of the Best West Yorkshire Walks to try this Autumn 🍁
02 October 2023West Yorkshire is a region of stunning natural beauty, offering a diverse range …
MCard and Opera North Collaboration
25 September 2023New Opera DaySaver bus ticket to support Opera North’s Green Season
Opera lovers…
Explore West Yorkshire this Summer with MCard
02 August 2023We’ve kicked off the summer holidays by putting together a host of FREE or low-c…
Keep West Yorkshire moving, secure a career in the bus industry.
11 May 2023A career that takes you places
West Yorkshire’s bus industry offers many opportu…
Why MCard is your best friend this Spring
21 March 2023As the days get longer, the weather warmer and the flowers bloom, there’s no bet…
Effortlessly explore West Yorkshire this Easter with MCard
21 March 2023If you’re wondering how to keep the kids entertained this Easter without spendin…
New MCard prices 2023
21 February 2023Following the Department for Transport’s guidelines on rail price increases for …
October Half Term Activities
21 October 2022If you’re wondering about how you are going to keep the kids entertained this ha…
MCard's statement on the passing of Her Majesty, The Queen
08 September 2022It is with deep sadness that we pay tribute to Her Majesty the Queen.
The Queen …
Price Drop for Bus Tickets in West Yorkshire
01 September 2022Amazing news! Bus operators are dropping ticket prices across West Yorkshire. Fr…
Top 10 places in West Yorkshire to explore with kids this summer!
01 August 2022We all need that bit of inspiration this summer, to keep the kids occupied and t…
Young people enjoy action packed summer with free MCard bus ticket
20 June 2022Hundreds of free bus tickets to help kids take part in this summer’s National Ci…
New ticket prices 2022
16 February 2022Rail ticket prices across the UK will increase on Tuesday 1 March 2022 in accord…
It's a fare deal for everyone to discover West Yorkshire by bus
14 October 2021Any bus, anytime, anywhere DaySaver ticket is now the same low price – no matter…
Update from MCard following updated COVID-19 guidelines
17 August 202117 August 2021
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement on Monday 19 July tha…
West Yorkshire MCard's FREE travel pledge helps young people enjoy action packed summer
02 August 2021Free travel to open up summer National Citizen Service (NCS) programmes to hundr…
Simpler, fairer, better all round – new bus travel discounts on the way for West Yorkshire's Under 19s
23 July 202123 July 2021
Bus operators unveil new tickets to help young people travel more f…
Back to school by bus and train made easy with MCard
19 August 2020
With young people going back to school in September, MCard reminds parents and…
Ticket extensions for unused MCards during COVID-19 lockdown
11 June 2020COVID-19
On 26 March 2020, we said we would extend the duration of our customers…
Important announcement for MCard customers – (COVID-19)
26 March 2020The West Yorkshire Combined Authority and the bus and rail operators who work to…
February Half Term Events Across West Yorkshire By Bus and Train 🚌
30 January 2020February Half Term is nearly upon us, and although the kids may be thrilled at t…
Frozen MCard prices means bus users can still go further for a fiver!
20 January 2020West Yorkshire’s bus users can now save as much as £1.70 per journey when they t…
Top 12 ways to start the next decade on the right foot!
03 January 2020Here it is, 2020, a new decade has begun. But don’t worry this isn’t a ‘new year…
Winter freeze for under 19s and DaySavers on West Yorkshire's Buses
20 December 2019The costs of countywide bus travel in West Yorkshire for people aged Under 19 wi…
Essential online system maintenance
28 November 2019MCards, PhotoCards and Concessionary Pass disruption
Please be advised that fro…
❄️ Festive events across West Yorkshire ❄️
15 November 2019I’m dreaming of a PINK Christmas. If you’re looking for things to do over the Ch…
CHEAPER BUS TRAVEL THIS CHRISTMAS WITH ADVANCED TOP-UPS ON PINK MCARDS
11 November 2019Bus travellers in West Yorkshire can save £1.50 on their bus travel with MCard w…
October Half Term activities in West Yorkshire
22 October 2019October half term is eerily close and falls right in the middle of spooky season…
MCard supports Light Night Leeds volunteers with free bus travel
07 October 2019
Light Night Leeds is the UK’s largest annual arts and light festival, and this…
Five autumn walks you can get to by bus and train in the five West Yorkshire districts
26 September 2019Autumn is now upon us . The leaves are changing colour and floating to the groun…
Northern’s big £500,000 giveaway open to MCard holders!
19 September 2019MCard customers are able to win back the cost (up to £200) of their smart season…
4 amazing Eureka moments to have happened on the bus and train!
12 September 2019
We’ve all sat on the bus or train looking out the window, letting our mind wan…
Local students showcase how bus and train travel keeps up with their lifestyles
30 August 2019In a campaign created by young people for young people, three students have team…
Stress-free, value-for-money back-to-school travel sorted with MCard
28 August 2019By providing simple, great value bus and train travel, MCard can remove some of …
National Transport Awards shortlisting for West Yorkshire's MyDay - Young People's Bus Ticket
21 August 2019Young people across West Yorkshire have voted with their feet all year when it c…
Let us connect you to great days out this August!
01 August 2019Struggling for ideas out in West Yorkshire this August?
We have got you covered …
Bargain bus and train travel for 5 adults for just £23
22 July 2019MCard has launched a brand new Group DaySaver ticket which can be used by five p…
Young people's bus travel gets cheaper and more convenient
28 June 2019Bus travel is now even greater value for under 19s as MCard has announced that f…
No more paper counterparts for MCards
25 March 2019Travelling on any bus or train in West Yorkshire just got a whole lot easier as …
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13 December 2018WEST YORKSHIRE TICKETING COMPANY LIMITED
INTRODUCTION & BACKGROUND
The West …
Everyone will be in the pink with MCard's guide to Christmas in West Yorkshire
19 November 2018MCard is reminding people they can use their Pink travel smartcard to visit a r…
Must-have MCard App shortlisted for prestigious transport awards
12 October 2018Just over 12 months ago, the West Yorkshire Ticketing Company launched its groun…
MyDay ticket for Under 19s is a winner!
03 October 2018MyDay, the new all-day, £2.60 county-wide bus ticket for West Yorkshire’s under …
MyDay – The NEW £2.60 all-day bus ticket devised for young people by young people will help make their day
10 July 2018MyDay, a new all-day, £2.60 county-wide bus ticket for West Yorkshire’s young pe…
Local bloggers explore West Yorkshire with the 19-25 or Student PhotoCard
02 July 2018World Teen Supermodel England Apollonia Llewellyn, top UK beauty blogger Waliyha…
Payzones Become the Dead Centre of Cities and Towns in West Yorkshire
01 April 2016Local payzone outlets in West Yorkshire become the ‘dead centre of town’ as a ca…
Outbreak in West Yorkshire
01 April 2016To promote the launch of the new range of smart MCards, we have produced a fun a…
Plastic fantastic
01 April 2016It is Metro's aim to have no paper Young Person's or Scholar's PhotoCards in cir…
The times during which off peak tickets can be used are changing
01 April 2016The changes will affect Day Rover tickets as follows:
Day Rover "Bus and Train"
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1,000,000 smart journeys every week
01 April 2016The milestones so far for the project are:
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- Online facility to renew senior…
New Term Tickets are announced
01 April 2016The new autumn term starts from the 14th September 2015 and lasts until the 18th…
Enjoy the Summer with a Weekender
01 April 2016Weekender tickets are available for only £8 from any bus driver in West Yorkshir…
Annual Smartcards
01 April 2016From Monday 2nd November 2015 Annual M-Cards will be available from Bus Station …