You can now use one smartcard for journeys across multiple modes of transport and multiple transport operators and, where available, download your operator’s mobile app or use contactless payment on board. Visit www. SmartTravel. scot to see more on how smart can simplify travel for you.
Do Scottish buses take card payments?
Whether you board our buses using contacless payments, mobile tickets or cash, you can sit back, relax and enjoy life in the bus lane. Hassle free journey’s start with hassle free payments.
How much is a bus fare in Scotland?
Single Tickets
| Adult | Young Person Concession with eligible Young Scot card | |
|---|---|---|
| travel in 1 zone | £1.80 | £1.20 |
| travel in 2 zones | £2.80 | £1.85 |
| travel in 3 zones | £3.80 | £2.50 |
| travel in 4 zones | £4.80 | £3.20 |
What happens if I 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.
Can you pay by card on bus in Glasgow?
Contactless payment is available on all our bus routes, including Glasgow Citybus. In preparation for your journey we would ask you to consider paying with contactless cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay or our app tickets rather than cash.
Do Scottish buses take contactless?
Contactless is the best way to pay for travel on our buses! Adult passengers can benefit from discounted daily and weekly capping when using TapTapCap from as little as £4.40 per day and £20 per week. On Lothian city buses, just board and tap.
Can you pay with contactless on buses in Scotland?
You can now use one smartcard for journeys across multiple modes of transport and multiple transport operators and, where available, download your operator’s mobile app or use contactless payment on board.
Why do buses only cost 10p?
When you make journeys with Transport for London, you will be initially charged a 10p authorisation on your card. This is because the total amount owed for your travel is unknown at that moment.
What is the cheapest way to travel around Scotland?
I would avoid flying and just take the bus or train. Bus – Buses are a popular and affordable way to get around the country as they link most destinations in the country. Scottish Citylink, Stagecoach, Megabus, and National Express are the four main companies that operate here.
How much is an all day bus ticket in Scotland?
Our single fares range from £1.10 to £10.50. We’ve removed standard returns from our fares as the best value option is usually one of our DayRider tickets if you’re making two or more journeys on the same day.
Should I tap when I get on and off a bus?
There’s no need to ask the driver for a ticket; just tap when you get on and off the bus and make sure you tap the same contactless card or device each time.
Do you have to tap your debit card when leaving a bus?
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.
Do you have to tap in and out on buses?
Always touch in on a yellow card reader at the start of your journey and touch out at the end to pay the right fare. (On a bus or tram you only need to touch in.)
Can you pay for a bus ticket with a debit card?
Contactless cards
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): American Express (AMEX)
Can you use a debit card to get on the bus?
Customers can pay their fare with the following major credit cards – VISA®, MasterCard®, or Discover®. Customers may also use debit cards to pay for their fare.
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.
Will contactless work on bus with no money?
Paying with contactless is a simple and secure way to pay for tickets without cash.
Does Scotland use the Oyster card?
The technology, which is similar to London’s Oyster Card, will allow travellers to use the one card as a ticket for all means of public transport. All routes in Scotland will be able to process the card by March, but customers will have to wait until all testing is completed before they can use the system.
How does Tapping card on bus work?
You Tap.
Choose which contactless card/device you want to pay with and tap it on the ticket machine as you board the bus. There’s no need to ask the driver for a ticket, just make sure you tap the same device/card each time you travel.
Does Scotland accept debit cards?
CREDIT & DEBIT CARDS
Visa, MasterCard, Eurocard, Diners Club and American Express credit cards are widely accepted throughout Scotland and Northern England.
Can I use credit card on bus in Edinburgh?
Contactless credit and debit cards can also be used, and both adult and family tickets can be purchased in advance on the Transport for Edinburgh m-tickets app. Routes and Hours: There are numerous routes both in Edinburgh proper and to the surrounding areas, some of which run 24 hours a day.