Children aged between five and 15 will be able to travel for free on Southern Vectis buses throughout August as part of a Government-backed scheme. How Children Aged 5 To 11 Can Travel For FreeChildren aged between five and 11 must be accompanied by a fare-paying adult to qualify for free travel. How Children Aged 11 To 15 Can Travel For FreeChildren aged 11 to 15 can travel independently and still claim free travel. The operator has also confirmed that a 15-year-old cannot accompany a younger sibling aged under 11 and claim free travel. The free travel scheme does not apply on:Night busesThe Needles BreezerThe Downs BreezerThe Island CoasterAlready Bought A Bus Pass?