First Bus

First Bus

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First Bus: Live Times, Cheaper Tickets, and Smarter Commuting

Track your bus in real-time, plan your door-to-door journey, and save money with exclusive mobile tickets. Experience frictionless travel with secure, one-tap payments.

Publisher

FirstGroup Plc

Category

Travel

Downloads

4M+

User Rating

4.6/5

Total Ratings

178K+

Locales

1

Your Route, Visualized

Discover the interface used by 4M+ users.

First Bus app interface showing a map of bus stops and a search bar for planning journeys

First Bus app interface showing a map of bus stops and a search bar for planning journeys

First Bus mobile app screen showing a live map with bus icons and real-time arrival information for a bus stop

First Bus mobile app screen showing a live map with bus icons and real-time arrival information for a bus stop

Interface of the First Bus app showing a digital ticket wallet with active and purchased mTickets

Interface of the First Bus app showing a digital ticket wallet with active and purchased mTickets

First Bus app interface showing a map of Bristol with nearby bus stops and directions to Bristol Temple Meads.

First Bus app interface showing a map of Bristol with nearby bus stops and directions to Bristol Temple Meads.

A mobile interface for the First Bus app showing a route planner with a map and various bus travel options

A mobile interface for the First Bus app showing a route planner with a map and various bus travel options

First Bus mobile app screen showing a live journey map and route directions from The Centre to Leeds University.

First Bus mobile app screen showing a live journey map and route directions from The Centre to Leeds University.

First Bus app interface showing real time bus arrival schedules

First Bus app interface showing real time bus arrival schedules

Commute with Confidence

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 4M+ users.

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Live GPS Tracking

Say goodbye to wait anxiety. Track your bus in real-time and time your arrival perfectly to avoid long waits and unpredictable schedules.

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Secure mTickets

Save money and skip the hassle. Purchase discounted digital tickets in one tap—no cash or exact change required for your journey.

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Door-to-Door Planning

Find the fastest route in seconds. Our intelligent journey planner provides step-by-step instructions to get you to your destination on time.

About the app

Everything you need to know about First Bus.

Description

Plan a journey, buy a great value mobile ticket (mTicket) or find where your bus is with live bus times – you can do all this and more with the First Bus App, making bus travel even easier. PLAN YOUR JOURNEY With our door to door route planner you can check your quickest route to work or plan a new adventure and help you to get around at the weekend. Just enter a destination to view your route options and we’ll show you which of our bus services can get you there with step-by-step instructions. CHECK LIVE BUS TIMES The First Bus App is the best way to get live bus times and route information. You can save your favourite stops, routes and locations and revisit recently searched journeys. The map shows the bus stops nearby where you can see live updates to check where and when your bus is coming letting you head to your bus stop just before your bus is due. BUY YOUR MOBILE TICKET (MTICKET) You can buy your great value bus ticket on the First Bus App before you travel so with mTickets there’s no need to carry cash or worry about having the right change. Some of our tickets are cheaper on the app so get it downloaded for our best bus ticket prices. Payments are secure and there’s a handy ‘buy again’ button with one-tap checkout making repeat purchases even quicker and easier to do. The app also features: • Tickets for Heathrow RailAir, Buses of Somerset and First Kernow. • Payments via Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Google Pay and Apple Pay. • The ability to gift tickets to a child or young person.

Latest Version

6.5.0

Size

80.5 MB

First Released

Oct 11, 2012

Ready to Move Smarter?

Join 4M+ commuters who save time and money every day. Download the First Bus App now for live updates, cheaper fares, and instant mobile ticketing.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about First Bus

What is the First Bus app?

The First Bus app provides journey planning, mobile ticket (mTicket) purchasing, live bus times, and real-time travel tracking. It simplifies public transport by centralizing these essential features for users.

How do I plan a bus journey with the First Bus app?

Users plan a journey by entering a destination into the First Bus app's door-to-door route planner. The app then provides bus service options and step-by-step instructions to reach the destination.

Can I check live bus arrival times on the First Bus app?

Yes, the First Bus app provides live bus times and route information. Users can view real-time updates for nearby bus stops and specific routes to see when their bus is due to arrive.

Is it possible to buy bus tickets through the First Bus app?

Yes, the First Bus app allows users to buy mobile tickets (mTickets) securely before they travel. This means no cash is needed, and some tickets offer cheaper prices via the app.

What payment options are available for mTickets in the First Bus app?

The First Bus app accepts various payment methods for mTickets, including Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. Transactions are secure, with a one-tap 'buy again' option.

Does the First Bus app offer cheaper tickets than physical purchases?

Yes, the First Bus app states that some tickets are cheaper when purchased digitally through the app. It aims to provide users with the best bus ticket prices directly.

Can I gift tickets to a child or young person using the First Bus app?

Yes, the First Bus app includes a feature to gift tickets specifically to a child or young person. This function simplifies the process of buying tickets for others.

What regional bus services does the First Bus app support?

The First Bus app supports tickets for specific regional services like Heathrow RailAir, Buses of Somerset, and First Kernow. These are available in addition to standard First Bus routes.

How does the First Bus app help me find nearby bus stops?

The First Bus app displays nearby bus stops on its map interface. It provides live updates for these stops, allowing users to see bus arrivals and head to the stop accordingly.

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