Metrolink off-peak 1-day travelcard (child)

This ticket gives you unlimited travel off-peak throughout your chosen Metrolink zones.

Your ticket must be valid in all zones you travel through.

Your ticket is only valid for travel after 9.30am on weekdays or all day on weekends and bank holidays.

Check if you Qualify

If you are aged 5 to 15, you can buy child tickets for travel on Metrolink.

If you are aged 11 to 15, you will need proof of age ID to buy child tickets.

An igo card allows you to buy child tickets for longer, up to 31 August after your 16th birthday. An igo card is also a convenient way to have proof of age and it entitles you to cheaper tickets on buses.

Find out how to apply for an igo card

Under-fives travel free, so don't need a travelcard or pass.

The costs and benefits

Travel as many times as you want for one day, from 9.30am until the last tram - even if that's after midnight.

How to buy your ticket

You must buy your ticket before your first journey. You cannot buy tickets on the tram.

If you have an igo card you can choose how to buy a ticket:

A convenient way to buy a ticket is online using your igo card as a smart card. It’s easy, flexible and avoids the queues.

Find out more about smart cards.

Alternatively, you can buy a ticket:

• at a ticket machine on the tram stop using cash or card (including contactless)