The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) have confirmed new fares for travel on South Yorkshire Supertram. The majority will be frozen at their current levels, although the long-distance single fare will be reduced as part of measures from the Mayor to support people with the cost of living and encourage the public back onto public transport.
The unanimous agreement by the SYMCA board means that from 1st January 2026:
- Supertram fares will be frozen at their current level
- The Adult Long Distance Supertram single fare will reduce in price from £3.40 to £3.00 – bringing it in line with the national bus fare cap price
- Child concessionary fares will remain at just £1 per journey (this is the same for local bus services)
After the decision was made Mayor of Sheffield, Oliver Coppard, said: “Last year, we brought the Supertram network back under public control, and from 2027 we’re bringing the buses under public control too. That means the era of private operators deciding routes, timetables, and fares for profit is coming to an end. Instead, trams and buses will be run for the benefit of us here, in South Yorkshire.
“My mission is clear: to build a world-class, integrated public transport system and make sure it’s affordable. Rising costs are tough for everyone. That’s why, from January for the following year, we’re cutting the price of an adult longer-distance ticket from £3.40 to £3 and freezing the cost of all other Supertram fares. We’re also freezing the child concession fare at £1 across bus and tram, supporting families to travel on public transport.”
“Public control means decisions that put people first. Whether you’re commuting, studying, visiting family or heading out for the night, we’re creating a transport network that works for all of us.”
Cllr Tom Hunt, Leader of Sheffield City Council, added: “Our decision to freeze tram fares, and to cut them for some journeys, will help thousands of people in Sheffield who use the tram.
“We are moving forward to build a public transport system that works for all of us. Affordable low fares are a key part of that. That’s why I’m very pleased we are also freezing child concession fares across bus and tram to help families and young people.”
The reduction in the Adult Long Distance Single Supertram fare applies to on-board purchases of single tickets. Passengers can also continue to make more savings on travel on purchasing multi-day tickets and using the TSY Mobile App where further discounts apply.