First Bus

Plan a journey, buy a great value mobile ticket (mTicket) or check when your bus is due with

live updates – 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. 

App Description for First Bus

Brief: Step aboard a seamless transit experience with the First Bus app, your mobile gateway to effortless travel across our serviced areas. Plan your journey, purchase tickets, and keep real-time track of your bus, all while enjoying cashless convenience and great ticket deals.

Core Features:

1. 🗺️ Route Planning: Simply type in your starting point and destination to discover your optimal route and receive comprehensive step-by-step travel guidance.
2. 🎫 mTickets: Buy your bus ticket within the app for a stress-free travel experience, oftentimes at prices lower than in-person purchases.
3. 🕒 Live Bus Times: Check bus times live to efficiently plan your departure, with added features to bookmark favorite stops and view recent searches.
4. 🚌 Diverse Ticket Options: Access special tickets for Heathrow RailAir, Buses of Somerset, First Kernow, and Bright Bus Tours right through the app.
5. 💳 Multiple Payment Methods: Offers secure payment options, including Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and ApplePay, accompanied by a swift ‘buy again’ feature for convenience.

Pros:

1. 👍 Cash-Free Transactions: No need to carry cash or worry about change – pay digitally for a hassle-free transit.
2. 👍 Cost Efficiency: App-exclusive ticket deals save you money compared to standard fare prices.
3. 👍 Time-Saver: With live updates, spend less time at the bus stop by arriving just when your bus is due.
4. 👍 Easy Repeat Purchases: The ‘buy again’ function streamlines the ticket rebuying process.
5. 👍 Gift Tickets: The ability to send tickets to children or young people as a gift directly from the app.

Cons:

1. 👎 Limited Regional Use: Primarily serves specific regions, which may not benefit travelers outside these areas.
2. 👎 Connectivity Requirement: Live updates and ticket purchases necessitate an active internet connection.
3. 👎 Potential App Glitches: As with any app, users might encounter occasional technical issues.
4. 👎 Battery Consumption: Running the app, especially with live updates, can drain phone battery life faster.
5. 👎 Payment Flexibility: While several payment options are available, some users may find their preferred method is not supported.

Price: 💵 The First Bus app is free to download, and users pay for tickets purchased within the app. The cost of tickets may vary depending on the route and type of ticket. Some discounts are available exclusively through the app.

Transform your bus travel into a journey of convenience with the First Bus app—a ticket to smoother rides and timely arrivals. Download now for smart planning and savings on the go!