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First Bus - Bus routes & schedules

Never miss your bus with real-time updates and schedules

First Bus
  • 6.0.0 Version
  • 4.5 Score
  • 1M+ Downloads
  • Free License
  • 3+ Content Rating
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Sometimes the arrival time prediction is inaccurate

Streamline your bus travel experience by utilizing the First Bus App. Whether you want to plan a journey, purchase budget-friendly mobile tickets (mTickets), or track your bus in real-time, this app has got you covered.

JOURNEY PLANNING

Effortlessly map out your commute using our user-friendly route planner. Simply input your destination to explore various travel options and receive detailed instructions on which bus services will take you there.

REAL-TIME BUS UPDATES

Stay informed with live bus schedules and route details through the First Bus App. Save preferred stops, routes, and destinations for quick access, and conveniently revisit recent searches. The interactive map displays nearby bus stops with live updates, enabling you to anticipate the arrival of your bus and reach the stop right on time.

PURCHASE mTICKETS

Securely buy cost-effective bus tickets via the First Bus App prior to your journey. With mTickets, there's no need to carry cash or fret about having exact change. Additionally, certain tickets are offered at discounted rates exclusively on the app. Convenient features include secure payment options and a 'buy again' button for speedy repeat purchases.

FAQs:

- My bus didn't turn up can I claim a refund?

We’re sorry if your bus didn’t turn up – we’d be happy to refund any mTickets if not activated. If you have a paper ticket or an eTicket, please contact us below with the details of your journey to see where we can help you.  

- How long will I be waiting before receiving my refund?

For mTicket, eTicket and contactless refunds, the funds should be returned to you within 3-5 working days once processed. For other refunds such as BACS or cheque, this can take up to 28 days to process.

- I haven't used my activated mTicket, can I claim a refund?

Although activated tickets are non-refundable, we understand there may be times when you purchase the incorrect ticket or can no longer use it. Please contact us below with the details of your request to see where we can help you.

- I paid in cash, can I claim a refund?

Tickets that have been paid with cash onboard are usually non-refundable, however if you are having any issues, we’d advise to speak to the driver as soon as possible after buying it. If the driver is unable to cancel it, please get in touch below to see where we can help.

The app offers:

• Tickets for Heathrow RailAir, Buses of Somerset, and First Kernow.

• Payment choices like Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Google Pay, and Apple Pay.

• The option to gift tickets to children or young individuals.

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Information
  • Version6.0.0
  • UpdateOct 14, 2024
  • DeveloperFIRSTBUS
  • CategoryMaps & Navigation
  • Requires AndroidAndroid 8.0+
  • Downloads1M+
  • Package Namecom.firstgroup.first.bus
  • Signature5f503ac351f95c908f2465caa600ede1
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User Reviews
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  • Hollie Eagle
    Hollie Eagle

    The update required a lot of effort, but now the app seems more complex. Before the update, it was simple and perfect. I used to easily track my location, which was helpful when going to new places or on untracked buses. Recognizing stops and finding arrival times with just one click was so easy. Now, things are more complicated, and the user experience isn't as good. I really liked the old app better.

  • lisa dowkan
    lisa dowkan

    Latest update is really bad. Live tracking is not accurate at all. Sometimes the buses just don't come even when they show on the map, which made me late for work today. Also, I can't click on saved bus stops on my favorites list, which makes the list useless. This morning, I shared a ticket with my son, but he couldn't download it from the share link anymore. I never had these issues before the update. Please switch back to the previous version which was reliable and helpful.

  • Leon McG
    Leon McG

    App was given zero stars and considered clunky and unintuitive. Very difficult to use unless you already know bus information. The app lacks essential details like bus stops, routes, and ticket options. Functionality is very poor. An edit in July 2023 stated that the situation had worsened, with timetables not showing up and the planner being useless. The only purpose seems to be locating bus stops.

  • El P
    El P

    The app was doing great until the recent update messed up all my saved stops. But I discovered that if I delete and then re-add them, they start working fine again. 👍 The app is a bit rough around the edges and could use some improvements. It would be better if it reflected real-time bus stop info more accurately. Sometimes a bus appears as cancelled at the stop, but the app still shows it as coming until its scheduled time, and then it suddenly disappears. It would be more helpful if buses that aren't coming weren't displayed in the app as if they were.

  • Colin Kenworthy
    Colin Kenworthy

    The app kept crashing when I tried to plan my journey. It was really annoying, so I had to use the website instead. But after updating the app in response to their reply, it seems to be working fine now. Thank you!

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  • Name: First Bus
  • Package Name: com.firstgroup.first.bus
  • Signature: 5f503ac351f95c908f2465caa600ede1