Accessible transport in Bromley

Download our guide to accessible transport to learn about travelling in Bromley and keeping safe while out and about.

Free and discounted travel

Transport for London

You may be eligible for free and discounted travel on buses, trams and other transport services. Please visit Transport for London’s website for information about Zip Oyster Photocards; 18+ Student Oyster photocards

Disabled persons Freedom Pass

This pass is for people under the age of 60 who have disabilities who wish to travel free on London buses, London Underground and Overground trains which includes some National Rail services. 

Learn more about the eligibility criteria and what you will need when you apply

National Rail discounts and concessions

The disabled persons railcard is for people with a disability that makes travelling by train difficult. You would need to provide evidence of your eligibility with your application as detailed on the National Rail website

Taxi Cards

The Taxicard scheme provides subsidised door-to-door transport for people who have serious permanent or long term mobility or visual impairments and have difficulty in using public transport.

Bromley is a member of the scheme, which is jointly funded by Transport for London and all the London boroughs. It is administered by London Councils.

Disability equipment and transport

Find the governments guide to the support services and equipment relating to transport for those with disabilities and their families.

Disabled Parking and blue Badge Scheme 

The Blue Badge scheme is for people with severe mobility problems. It allows Blue Badge holders to park close to where they need to go. The Blue Badge is registered to a person and not to a vehicle.

Transport for London accessibility guides

Transport for London produce a range of guides in alternative formats to help you plan and make journeys. Guides are available as audio maps, large print maps and guides that show lifts and step free access. All these guides can be obtained free of charge by completing an online order.

Help when travelling on London Transport

You can get help when planning your route or when travelling with London Transport from their passenger assist service by calling their helpline 0343 222 2000

Transport for London staff are trained to offer assistance and support, they have produced a handy printable travel support card to help you to communicate when you need assistance or information when travelling.