You can pay by contactless with your card or device on all our buses. Please do pay contactless if you can.
Do Cambridge buses take contactless?
Whippet accept contactless card payments on all buses, just pay as you board the bus. Cash payments can also be made, but contactless is preferred. You can also purchase mobile tickets in advance through the Whippet mobile app on ‘myTrip’ by Passenger.
How do you pay for the bus in Cambridge?
Most buses in Cambridge are operated by Stagecoach (Citi), where you can buy a ticket from the driver. A Dayrider ticket is valid for unlimited travel on Stagecoach buses for one day. Other options include a Megarider ticket, which provides unlimited travel on Citi buses for seven days.
Do buses in Cambridge take card?
3) Boarding the bus
You can use mobile tickets purchased on the Go Whippet App or you can pay by card or other contactless payment methods when buying your ticket on board. When the bus arrives please give space for any disembarking passengers to get off the bus before trying to board.
Can you pay cash on buses in Cambridge?
You can pay on the bus with cash, contactless or a debit or credit card. We’re happy for you to use all major debit and credit card providers, like Visa, MasterCard.
Can I use Oyster to Cambridge?
Oystercards & Travelcards are for travel within London. Neither Cambridge nor Epsom are within London, so you’ll have pay for travel to/from London separately.
Can I use contactless on bus with no money?
Paying with contactless is a simple and secure way to pay for tickets without cash.
How much is bus pass in Cambridge?
Season prices:
| Adult | Price / Day | |
|---|---|---|
| 7-days | £14.50 | £2.90 |
| Month | £50.50 | £2.53 |
| Quarter | £141.00 | £2.35 |
| Annual | £534.50 | £2.23 |
How do you pay for the bus UK?
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):
Where does the guided bus stop in Cambridge?
The Cambridge Guided Busway runs from St Ives to Cambridge and from Cambridge railway station to Adenbrookes Hospital and Trumpington Park & Ride along former railway tracks which have been converted.
Can I use debit card for bus?
Commuters may use any of the following options directly for public transport fare payment: Contactless bank card (Mastercard, NETS Tap, Visa) or mobile wallet#, or.
Is it cheaper to use an Oyster card or contactless?
It’s the easiest and most convenient way to pay, is supported on every form of transport, and in most cases is either cheaper or the same price as using an Oyster card.
Can I tap my phone on the bus?
Yes, You Can Tap Your Phone or Watch To Pay!
No problem! Use the credit card on your phone or watch for a convenient way to pay your fare. Make your payment through the credit cards that you’ve added to the mobile wallet on your phone or watch.
Do buses take Apple Pay?
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.
Do buses in UK accept cash?
No. Cash fares were abolished in 2014. Your only options now are to use an Oystercard, a contactless card, or a One Day Travelcard (don’t as it’s cheaper to buy an Oystercard, even taking into account the £5 deposit).
Can you use contactless on Elizabeth line?
Fares and ticketing
Contactless pay as you go will be accepted throughout the Elizabeth line, as on TfL Rail. Oyster pay as you go and valid Travelcards will also be accepted but, as on TfL Rail, not west of West Drayton. Find out more about the Elizabeth line.
How much is the bus fare from London to Cambridge?
The average bus ticket from London to Cambridge costs around $13 for departures 1 days prior. Over the last 90 days, ticket prices from London to Cambridge vary and during peak season, ticket prices are around $39 while at other times, you can expect to pay around $6.
Can I use contactless instead of Oyster?
You can use contactless (card or device) or an Oyster card to pay as you go on bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground, most Elizabeth line services, IFS Cloud Cable Car and River Bus services. You can also travel on most National Rail services in London and some outside London.
What happens if you forget to tap off the bus?
What happens if I forget to tap off? You will be charged the single fare to the end of the route, so always remember to tap off in order to pay the correct fare.
How many times can you use contactless before it asks for your PIN?
Card issuers only allow five consecutive contactless transactions that can be made before a PIN is requested in order to prevent fraud. So if you only use your card for small payments make sure you can recall the PIN to avoid getting caught out at the till.
Why doesnt my contactless work on the 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.