Travel Pack to help Blind & Partially Sighted People
use Public Transport
This February is Travel matters month and we're launching a free travel pack to help blind and partially sighted people use public transport.
Using public transport is an essential part of everyday life. For many blind and partially sighted people it's the only way they can get to work, visit friends and family or attend medical appointments.
However, using public transport can be challenging, especially when services vary depending on where you live and who operates them.
Our new travel pack has information about planning journeys, concessions and discounts, travel products and details of other organisations that can help.
We are also working closely with operators to improve transport services for blind and partially sighted people, as well as campaigning for changes to public transport.
Free travel pack
You can download our new travel pack in PDF or Word formats.
Travel pack in PDF format:
- Introduction and further information (PDF 165KB)
- On the move - a guide for safe and independent travel (PDF 119KB)
- Bus travel explained - a guide to using buses (PDF 563KB)
- Your guide to getting great service (PDF 577KB)
- Top tips for bus travel videos
- Removing the barriers to bus travel - campaign information (PDF 133KB)
- A response form (PDF 80KB)
Travel pack in Word format:
- Introduction and further information (Word 29KB)
- On the move - a guide for safe and independent travel (Word 50KB)
- Bus travel explained - a guide to using buses (Word 100KB)
- Your guide to getting great service (Word 112KB)
- Top tips for bus travel videos
- Removing the barriers to bus travel - campaign information (Word 26KB)
- A response form (Word 26KB)
Alternatively, you can order your free travel pack in large print, braille or on audio CD by calling our Helpline on 0303 123 9999 or emailing helpline@rnib.org.uk.
Travel information
Whether you're thinking about making a journey for the first time or you're a regular commuter, this section has information on all aspects of travel, from planning your route, to information about how to get reduced fares and products that can help you to find your way when you're out and about.
You'll also find information on travelling by:
We've also got information about how technology can help you travel. Find out about websites and apps on our TechKnowMore blog or download our Technology for travel factsheet.
Working to improve transport services
RNIB is working closely with operators to improve transport services for blind and partially sighted people. Find out more about our work with transport professionals.
We are also campaigning to improve bus services with our Stop for me, speak to me bus campaign. Read the campaign report and get involved.