Some reader questions:
What do I need to take the free bus?
Only two things: have a monthly resident bus pass (Bono) in any of its modes (youth, regular or senior) and use it at least fifteen times a month.
Is it free even if I use Bonoguagua?
No, there is no subsidy for the “bonoguaguas” season ticket, those who use it pay half the price of each journey, as has been the case since September.
How does the operator know how many trips I have made each month?
The map itself contains this information. If you go to an authorized bus station for renewal at the beginning of each month, the staff just need to scan your card to find out. The same information is displayed if you choose to top up online.
Can’t I get on the bus if I have forgotten my pass?
Direct payment options will remain as before, so if a resident voucher is lost or forgotten, the passenger will have to pay on the bus, to the driver or to the unblocked bus companies by credit card. whatever the prevailing price, i.e. half of what it was before the introduction of the subsidy measures, was customary in September to mitigate the impact on society caused by general price increases in the current economic crisis.
When does the free bus come into force?
Starting from 1 January, regular users – those who have a Resident Voucher – will be able to benefit from the measure. During this first month, the limit of fifteen trips will not be applied, because all those who request a Resident Voucher for the first time have no criminal record accumulated.
What happens if I renew in February?
There are only two possibilities: the user has completed at least fifteen trips which entitle him to another month of free travel, or he has made fewer trips, in which case he will have to pay the usual monthly cost minus 50% to continue the trip. , as has been the case since September.
What happens if I travel less than fifteen times in January and decide not to renew my voucher?
It may happen that the bus user has benefited from a certain number of free journeys and does not have to pay a penalty for this. The Government of the Canary Islands and the Cabildos have said they are aware of this, but estimate that the number of citizens who will choose to do so will be fewer.
Can we expect a sudden influx of travelers starting in January?
Policy makers expect increases of between 5% and 7%. Lanzarote has been completely free since September and, according to what was declared yesterday by the Minister of Transport, Marcos Bergaz, the first month saw its number of users grow by 5%: the second by 9.9%.
