In light of the 10.1% inflation rate, the government initiative aims to make it easier for commuters to get to work, school, and appointments.
130 operators outside of London have limited bus fares to £2 in an effort to assist commuters with the rising cost of living.
The £60 million project, which will cap the number of single journeys, is funded by the Department of Transportation.
The average bus fare in England is currently £2.80, but in rural areas with few services, that cost can increase to over $5.
One-way ticket prices will now be capped at £2 by 130 bus companies, including National Express and Stagecoach. The programme is not applicable in London.
Children’s tickets are also being frozen at £1 for a single journey.
The government initiative hopes to help passengers get to work, school and appointments more cheaply amid 10.1% inflation.
Buses minister Richard Holden said: “Brits love buses. They’re the most popular form of public transport in England, making up half of all journeys.