Cards will be usable on bus with the following operators Arriva, Redline, Uno, Red Rose, Vale, Z&S from 30 October. In addition to adding day, week and 4 week passes the card also offers an e-purse so you can by operator own tickets for your travel in and around Milton Keynes.
Can I use contactless on bus in Milton Keynes?
To help you travel with confidence, we’re doing all we can for the safety and wellbeing of our customers and employees. That’s why we’re encouraging all customers to pay with contactless payment where possible. You can pay by contactless with your card or device on all our buses. Please do pay contactless if you can.
Can I pay contactless on bus?
No problem. Secure contactless payments are now available on all of our buses. Paying with contactless is a simple and secure way to pay for tickets without cash. One tap of your contactless card, Apple Pay or Google Pay and you’re aboard and ready to go, no need to worry about having the right change.
Can you pay by card on a UK bus?
If your bank card shows the contactless payment symbol, you can use it to pay as you go straight away. You’ll pay an adult rate fare. Many contactless cards issued outside the UK can be used to pay as you go for travel (overseas transaction fees may apply):
How do I pay MK connect?
Payment can be made with debit/credit card via the app. Concessionary passes under the ENCTS scheme are valid for free travel after 9:30am on weekdays and all day at weekends. Period passes are not currently accepted. Further information is available at Ride with Via – MK Connect.
Does Milton Keynes station have contactless?
An Oyster-style contactless card payment system is set to replace paper travel tickets in Milton Keynes and beyond.
Can I use debit card for bus?
Just tap your contactless credit or debit card at the MRT fare gate or card reader on buses. For contactless credit or debit cards that come with ez-link/NETS FlashPay functionality, the ez-link/NETS FlashPay function will be the default payment mode for transit.
Why does my contactless not work on bus?
Some of the reasons why a card may not work include: The card is outside of the validity dates i.e. expired. The card is not a contactless card. The card is not accepted e.g. American Express.
How does tap and go work on bus?
Simply hop on the bus and tap on with your driver using a credit/debit card or with Google Pay or Apple Pay then just sit back and relax. We then automatically calculate and charge the best adult fare. So, you can tap on as many times as you want and travel knowing you’ll always pay the best price, Single, Day or Week.
How do you pay for the bus UK?
You can travel using pay as you go with contactless (card or device) or your Oyster card. You can also travel using your Oyster card with a 7 Day, Monthly and Annual Bus & Tram Pass.
What cards can be used for bus?
All contactless-enabled credit cards can be used at MRT and bus gantries, with no need to register the card beforehand.
How do you use a card on a bus UK?
Tap your contactless debit/credit card on the yellow card reader when you get on the bus. You don’t need to tap your card when you get off.
What is tap on tap off on buses?
Want a flexible and cheaper way to pay? TOTO is for you. TOTO (Tap on Tap Off) allows you to get the best value single fare by tapping your contactless card or mobile payment device on the card reader when you get on the bus, and by tapping off at the second card reader by the luggage rack as you leave the bus.
How much does MK Connect cost?
£3.50 during peak hours (7am – 9am, 4.30pm – 6.30pm), £2.50 at all other times. £1.10 for All in 1 MK cardholders. Free for Older Person’s and Disabled Person’s bus pass holders after 9.30am on weekdays and free all day on weekends.
Can I pay with cash in MK Connect?
You can pay using a credit/debit card and concessionary bus passes will be accepted (including All in 1 MK). Payment takes place at the time of the booking — you will need to provide your bus pass or card number either through the app or over the phone. No cash fares will be accepted.
What is Encts card?
The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) currently consists of guaranteed free travel for people over state pension age and people with an eligible disability on all eligible local bus services anywhere in England from 0930 until 2300 on weekdays and all day at weekends and on Bank Holidays.
Which zone is Milton Keynes?
Milton Keynes Central to London Underground Zone 1-6 by train
| Distance | miles ( km) |
|---|---|
| Departure station | Milton Keynes Central |
| Arrival station | London Underground Zone 1-6 |
Is it cheaper to buy a ticket or use contactless?
Whilst a daily cap will apply; it is important to be aware that it will not always be cheaper than buying a return paper ticket. There will also be a weekly price cap for those using a Contactless card or mobile device; but it will still be cheaper to buy a season ticket on the Key Smartcard or paper.
How is public transport in Milton Keynes?
Milton Keynes has a comprehensive bus service, and it makes for an easy and sustainable way to travel. Bus guides are available free from libraries, civic offices, town halls, parish council offices and at the information desks in centre;mk shopping centre.
Can I use Visa for bus?
Tap to pay on buses and trains
Load your Visa card onto these mobile or wearable platforms to commute with ease: Apple Pay. Fitbit Pay. Google PayTM.
Can I use a debit card for get around?
Getaround accepts debit cards sponsored by major financial institutions such as: Visa. MasterCard.