Swift: The smarter way to travel

Different cards to suit your needs
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Cheaper fares than paying with cash

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swift card types

There are 3 types of Swift card. Each card has a range of credit or tickets that can be purchased or loaded for travel.

Pay As You Go

The cashless way to buy day tickets and single fares for the bus and tram.

Cheaper than paying with cash
No need to find exact change
No photo - share when you’re not using
Auto Top-Up option available

Season tickets

Buy weekly, monthly or annual passes for regular travel on the bus, train or tram.

Great for commuters and students who travel often
Requires a photo - only you can use it
Easy to buy and renew a travel pass
Spread the cost with Direct Debit

Multi-day tickets

New! Buy 5, 10 or 15 nbus day tickets for travelling all day, on all local bus services.

Great for flexible or part-time workers
Cheaper than buying a ticket on the day
Buy online or at your local Travel Centre
No photo - share when you’re not using

Managing your Swift card

Lost cards, top-ups and much more.

Log in to your secure account to manage all your personal details and any issues 24/7.

Manage your card

Top-up and renew

Buy online and collect anytime using the Swift Card app or over 100 on-street Swift Collectors.

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