Does the NDIS Cover Public Transport Costs?
Usually no for everyday fares. But transport funding exists if you can't use public transport, and travel training to learn it can be funded too.
Generally no — the NDIS doesn't pay your everyday public transport fares, because catching a bus or train is a cost everyone has. But two related things can be funded: transport funding if your disability means you can't use public transport, and travel training to help you learn to use it.
The short answer
Why ordinary fares aren't covered
What the NDIS can fund
How to ask, and what helps
Bringing it together
Frequently asked questions
Will the NDIS pay for my bus or train tickets?
No — everyday public transport fares are a mainstream cost that everyone pays, so they aren't funded by the NDIS. Check whether you qualify for state concession fares, which can reduce the cost. If you can't use public transport at all because of your disability, transport funding may help with…
What is travel training and can the NDIS fund it?
Travel training is support to help you learn to plan trips, buy tickets and travel safely and confidently on public transport. It can be funded as a Capacity Building support because it builds your independence. It's a great fit if using public transport is realistic for you with some practice.
I can't use public transport at all — what can the NDIS do?
If your disability genuinely prevents you using public transport independently, transport funding in your Core budget may help with the cost of other options like taxis or rideshare. You'll usually need evidence, such as an OT's view on why public transport isn't accessible for you. Your planner or…