32 Wayfarer

The day ticket that lets you travel far and wide by Bus, Train & Tram

Castleton, Vale of Hope (Photo: © TfGM)

Explore Greater Manchester and parts of Cheshire, Derbyshire, Lancashire, Staffordshire and the Peak District.

Wayfarer is a day ticket that lets you explore Greater Manchester and parts of Cheshire, Derbyshire, Lancashire, Staffordshire and the Peak District so it gives you an enormous choice of places to visit.

Whether you are planning a visit or live nearby, there's no better way to discover all that the area has to offer. From the rugged splendour of the Peak District and West Pennine moorland, to tranquil Cheshire countryside, the area offers great contrast and variety. There are fascinating towns and quiet villages to visit - each with local character and plenty of interesting things to do and see. When you travel by bus, train and tram you will have plenty of opportunity to enjoy the views along the way - and if you've got kids they'll love the rides.

Wayfarer is a scratch-card that you buy in advance and self-date on the day you choose to travel. You can use it on almost all the buses, trains and Metrolink trams in the Wayfarer area. Wayfarer tickets are valid by bus at any time of day and by train and tram after 9.30am weekdays and anytime Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.

To find out more and see a detailed map showing where Wayfarer can be used, click www.tfgm.com/wayfarer

Suggested Wayfarer days out

Buxton - historic spa town with a crescent, parks and museums.
Macclesfield - visit the silk museums and parks.
Edale - the starting point for many Peak District walks.
Bury - steam trains and a famous market.

Where to buy Wayfarer tickets

• Staffed rail stations in the Wayfarer area.
  
• Travelshops at bus stations in Greater Manchester.
  
• Tourist Information Centres in the Peak District.
  
• By post from: Wayfarer Ticket Sales, Wythenshawe Bus Station, Rowlandsway, Wythenshawe, M22 5RG. Please make cheques payable to 'Transport for Greater Manchester' and allow 14 days for delivery.
  

Wayfarer prices

Adult £10.00. Concession (age 5 to 15 inclusive or 60 and older) £5.00. No concessionary permit needed but proof of age may be required. Group (up to 4 persons, where no more than 2 are over 15 years of age) £20.00. Prices may change. Please check before purchase.

Getting public transport information

Visit www.tfgm.com
Call at a Travelshop at bus stations in Greater Manchester
Phone Traveline 0871 200 22 33.