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Travel and transport

Travelling from one place to another can involve a lot of unpredictability, strong sensory experiences and expectations to communicate with others.  This can present challenges to neurodivergent individuals and feel very uncomfortable.

Depending on the method of transport, there are a range of resources and information that can help.

 

Help with air travel

Travelling by air? Most airports offer advice and support ahead of your journey, as well as assistance when you arrive at the terminal. Check with the airport before you travel. This storybook might help your child prepare for flying for the first time.

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Disabled persons railcard

Travelling by train? You may be eligible for a Disabled Persons Railcard. Find out from the Disabled Persons Railcard website whether you qualify and how to apply.

Go to disabled persons railcard website

First Bus 'Extra help to travel' cards

Travelling by bus? It might help communication with the driver to print off and use these ‘extra help to travel’ cards from First Bus.

 

Go to travel cards

Arriva 'Journey Assistance Cards'

Travelling by bus? It might help communication with the driver to print off and use these ‘Journey Assistance Cards’ from Arriva.

 

Go to journey assistance cards

Bus Travel Pass

Travelling by bus? You may also qualify for a Travel Pass from Metro.

Go to bus travel pass

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