One Ticket, More Journeys!
Enjoy travel freedom when using any Carousel, Redline, Red Rose or Red Eagle bus within the Wycombe SmartZone with just one ticket.
Travel together this December!
We’re reducing the cost of a High Wycombe SmartZone Group Day Ticket by 50% between 1st December and 3rd January, so it’ll cost just £6.50 for up to 5 people.
Wycombe SMARTzone Fare Changes from 4th January 2026
From 4th January 2026, fares in the Wycombe SMARTzone will change. Please see the table below for more details.
An updated version of the Wycombe SmartZone map can be found here.
What is Wycombe SmartZone?
Wycombe SmartZone allows you to travel on all Carousel, Redline, Red Rose and Red Eagle bus services within the designated zone, in and around High Wycombe.
You no longer need separate tickets when connecting between different operators’ buses, making your travel even more simple, flexible and convenient.
The Wycombe SmartZone scheme is a partnership between Carousel Buses, Redline, Red Rose, Red Eagle and Buckinghamshire Council with all parties helping to fund and establish the scheme with the aim of simplifying and improving bus travel for everyone in High Wycombe.
SmartZone Map
The map below shows the entire zone and all the services available to use with a Wycombe SmartZone tickets!
SmartZone Fares
| Adult Price | 18 & Under Price | ||
| Day Ticket (app) | £5.20 (£5.50 from 4th Jan) | £4.20 (£4.50 from 4th Jan) |  |
| Day Ticket (on bus) | £5.50 (£5.80 from 4th Jan) | £4.50 (£4.80 from 4th Jan) |  |
| Group Day Ticket* (app) | £6.25 until 3rd January (£13.50 from 4th Jan) | | |
| Group Day Ticket* (on bus) | £6.50 until 3rd January (£14.50 from 4th Jan) | | |
| 1 Week | £20 (£21 from 4th Jan) | £16 (£17 from 4th Jan) | |
| 4 Weeks | £65 (£70 from 4th Jan) | £54 (£58 from 4th Jan) | |
| Subscribe & Save (4 Weeks) | £60 (£64.60 from 4th Jan) | | |
| Any 5 Days (WITHDRAWN from 4th Jan) | £22.50 | £18 | |
| 10 Trips | £22 (£25 from 4th Jan) | £17 (£20 from 4th Jan) | |
Instead of having to remember to renew your bus ticket every month, just set it up once and then you can forget about it. No need to keep buying tickets, and you know you’ll always have a ticket to travel whenever you need it. Payment is taken every 28 days, and you can cancel at any time.
| Available on the app |
| Available on the bus |
| * | Group ticket allows 5 people to travel together. |
You can buy your SmartZone ticket through the Carousel, Redline or Red Rose websites – click below to get started!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I buy a ticket?
If you only want to travel for a day, you can buy your ticket directly from the driver by asking for a SmartZone Day Ticket or Group Day Ticket. You can pay with cash, contactless debit or credit cards, as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay.
If you want to travel for longer, tickets are also available on the Carousel Buses, Redline, Red Rose and Red Eagle smartphone apps, which can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. Click here to download your chosen app.
What do I do if I have problems with my ticket?
If you have any issues with your ticket, please get in touch with the company you purchased it from (either Carousel, Redline, Red Rose or Red Eagle).
How do I use the app on the bus?
Before you board the bus, you need to activate your ticket. Once you have done this, the app will display a QR code on your smartphone screen. This needs to be scanned on the bus ticket machine when you board.
For more information please see this video.
Important: once you activate your ticket, you have 20 minutes to scan it on the ticket machine before it will expire and the QR code will disappear. We recommend not activating the ticket until you can see the bus coming.
Can I use my SmartZone ticket to travel with a friend?
Yes, if you purchase a multi-trip ticket! On the app, when you select “Activate” you can tap the + and – buttons to select the number of people travelling. For example, if you select 2 passengers, 2 of your stored trips will be activated and removed from your wallet.
Are there discounts for young people?
Yes! If you are under the age of 19 you can purchase discounted SmartZone products. Click or tap here to see all prices.
How long do I have to use my passes after I purchase them?
All products must be activated and used within 6 months of purchase.
Download the app – Carousel
Download the app – ‘myTrip’ for Redline, Red Rose and Red Eagle