Process for 2026 Bus Passes
2026 Bus Pass Changes
Students whose details have not changed (i.e. still attending same school and living at the same address) do not need to reapply for a bus pass, their pass will be processed as follows:
- Students who are eligible for a bus pass based on distance eligibility under the Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) School Travel Assistance Scheme will receive their bus pass via post prior to the commencement of the 2026 school year.
- Students who are eligible based on the parent / guardian holding a government issued Pension, Health Care or Concession card under DTMR’s Safety Net Scheme can expect their passes to be posted once Caboolture Bus Lines receives notification from the DTMR School Transport office that the student is still eligible for a bus pass in 2025.
If the student is not eligible for a bus pass in 2026 the DTMR School Transport office will notify parents / guardians directly.
Bus Pass Applications
If your child has or will be changing schools or address in 2026 you are required to complete a new application form to determine if they are still eligible for a bus pass. Please note that you will need to complete and submit the application as soon as possible as the DTMR School Transport office can take up to 4 weeks to process your application during this busy period. Application forms can be requested from our office or completed online.
Bus Pass Eligibility Confirmations
Please note we have been advised that any students who are waiting on the DTMR School Transport office to confirm their eligibility will only be permitted to travel on the school bus with their 2025 bus pass if their 2026 bus pass has yet to arrive, until Friday 6th March 2026.
Please contact our office after this date to check on the progress of your application.
Should you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
