Several current travel and motoring deals are available across the UK. These offers range from fuel discounts to free vehicle checks and capped bus fares.
Petrol and Motoring Offers
Tesco is offering 8p per litre off fuel to shoppers who spend £60 or more in-store. The deal runs until 18 October and requires a physical voucher at checkout.
- The discount applies at any of Tesco’s 500 UK fuel stations.
- It must be used by 25 October.
- Only one voucher per transaction is allowed.
Exclusions include purchases made online, at cafés, tobacco kiosks, or via Whoosh. The offer does not apply at Tesco Express stores selling Esso fuel or at unmanned petrol stations.
Barclays customers can earn 5% cashback on fuel purchases at Tesco stations from 1 May to 31 July 2026. The offer is capped at £10 per month and requires a personal Barclays debit card.
Halfords is offering a free 10-point car check and a £5 voucher to members of its Motoring Club. A Premium tier at £54 per year includes a full MOT (worth £44.99), two 10-point checks, and 5% off at autocentres.
Kwik Fit is providing a free six-point winter car check ahead of the autumn time change. The check covers tyres, battery, antifreeze, wiper blades, windscreen wash, and light bulbs.
Public Transport and Bus Deals
Bus fares in England are capped at £3 one-way from January 2025. This cap does not apply to all bus operators — a full list is available on the government website.
From January 1 2027, the bus fare cap will fall to £2. This change is announced by the Prime Minister.
Free bus travel for children aged five to 15 is available on local routes in England until August 31. The full list of participating services is on the government site.
Santander Cycles in London offers free 60-minute rides every Sunday in July. Each week has a unique code: CYCLEJULY5, CYCLEJULY12, CYCLEJULY19, CYCLEJULY26. Riders must download the app or visit a docking station to access the ride.
Train and Taxi Discounts
Train ticket deals include flash sales and discounts on railcards. A dedicated page covers the best offers, including £5 off and seasonal promotions.
British Airways previously offered up to £200 off last-minute holiday packages for travel between May 2026 and July 2026. The deals apply to trips from London Gatwick, Heathrow, or City to Greece, Cyprus, Turkey, Malta, Morocco, Portugal, and the Canary Islands.
EasyJet’s Spring Sale ended, offering thousands of seats for under £40. This offer is no longer available.
Uber has a limited offer: a discount on the first journey. The details are available in the original source.
Key Limitations and Expiry Dates
Many deals have strict deadlines. For example, the Tesco fuel offer ends 18 October, with redemption by 25 October.
Some deals are no longer active. Asda’s 5p-off fuel offer ended on 7 August.
Discounts are often tied to specific accounts or memberships. For instance, Asda’s offer requires a signed-up account and redemption via the Asda Rewards app.
Not all services participate in all deals. Bus operators, for example, vary in their participation in the £3 fare cap.
Why These Deals Matter
These offers provide tangible savings for everyday travel and vehicle maintenance. Fuel discounts and free car checks reduce household costs.
Public transport caps help make bus travel more affordable for families and students. Free rides for children support access to education and mobility.
Such deals are especially valuable for budget-conscious consumers and those managing regular travel or vehicle upkeep.
For more on fuel savings, see Tesco Fuel Discount: How the £60 Shop Offers 8p Off Per Litre.
Explore broader travel savings at Be Clever With Your Cash.
Students can find additional savings in travel and tech through Top Student Discounts in Food, Tech, and Travel.
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