Are you a student or a young adult who wants to travel more and spend less? If so, you might be interested in the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card, a smart card that gives you up to 50% off fares on public transport services across Ireland. Whether you need to get to college, work, or just have some fun, this card can help you save money and time.
What is the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card?
The TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card is a special type of Leap Card designed for students and young adults. It allows you to pay for your public transport journeys using a prepaid balance or travel credit that you can top up online or at any Leap Card agent. You can use it on buses operated by TFI Local Link, and trains, trams, and ferries operated by other TFI service providers.
What are the benefits of the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card?
The main benefit of the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card is that it offers you discounted fares on public transport services. Depending on the service and the distance, you can get up to 50% off the regular adult fare. For example, a single bus journey in Galway city costs €2.40 with cash, but only €1.68 with the TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card. That’s a saving of €0.72 per trip!
Another benefit is convenience and security. You don’t have to worry about carrying cash or exact change, or buying tickets every time you travel. You just need to touch your card on the validator when you board and exit the vehicle, and the correct fare will be deducted from your balance. If you lose your card, you can report it online or by phone and get a replacement card with your remaining balance.
How to get your TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card?
Getting your TFI Student and Young Adult Leap Card is easy and fast. You just need to follow these steps:
Apply online at www.leapcard.ie:
Young Adult Leap Card: Available for all 19 to 25 year olds. You will need to upload a photo of your passport or driving licence to prove your age. Pay a €5 refundable deposit, plus a minimum of €5 travel credit. Your card will be posted to your nominated home address. If you have a Young Adult card purchased before 11/01/2024, it will remain valid until your 24th birthday. After that, you can apply for a new card valid until your 26th birthday.
Student Leap Card: Available for students in full-time education who are either 16-18 years of age or 26 years and above. You will need to provide your date of birth and pay a €5 refundable deposit, plus a minimum of €5 travel credit. Collect your card at a Student Leap Card agent by showing your Student ID and a valid proof of age ID. Check your order status online if you’ve already applied. Once you receive your card, register it online.
You can collect your Leap Card from any of our three Galway Student Leap Card Agents:
University of Galway SU
Áras na Mac Léinn, NUI Galway, Galway
ATU (Galway) SU
ATU Galway City, Old Dublin Road, Co. Galway
TMB Galway
2 Commerce House, New Dock St., Galway
Enjoy the same great savings when you use the TFI Go App, available for download from the Play Store and Apple Store.
Don’t miss this opportunity!
If you are a student or a young adult who wants to make the most of your time and money, don’t miss this opportunity to get your TFI Student or Young Adult Leap Card today! It’s also a great way to travel around the country, explore new places, and have fun with your friends.
For more information about TFI Local Link Galway, visit www.locallinkgalway.ie or contact us at 091 842 384. We’re always happy to help!
