Contactless Payment All you need to do is tap your debit or credit card on the yellow card reader at the ticket barrier or the front of the bus next to the driver, and your fee will automatically be calculated based on the journey you have made.
Can I use my Visa debit card on a bus?
All Visa and MasterCard cards displaying the contactless symbol , along with Apple Pay and Google Pay, can be used.
Do buses in London accept card?
London buses are card only, so you cannot buy a ticket with cash. Use a Visitor Oyster card*, an Oyster card, a Travelcard or a contactless payment card to pay your fare. Unlike the Tube zone fare system, a single London bus journey costs £1.65 no matter how far you go.
Can I pay on the bus with my bank card?
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.
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.
How do I use my debit card as a bus card?
How do I use my contactless bank card for transit? Please take out your contactless bank card from your bag or wallet and tap on the fare reader at the train gantry or on the bus at the points of boarding and alighting. The fare reader will display “Bank Card Usage”.
How much is a London bus fare?
16+
| Pay as you go | Daily cap | 7 Day Bus & Tram Pass |
|---|---|---|
| £0.80 | £2.40 | £11.60 |
Do you just tap your card on London bus?
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 I get a bus without an Oyster card?
You can use a contactless payment card to pay for the bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground, Uber Boat by Thames Clippers river bus services and some National Rail services within London. Your contactless payment card works like an Oyster card or Visitor Oyster card*, and you do not need to sign or enter your PIN.
Do you need an Oyster card for London buses?
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.
Can I use debit card to tap bus?
Simply tap your contactless bank card (e.g. credit or debit card) or mobile device at the MRT fare gates or card reader on buses as you would usually do with your current travel card.
What happens if you don’t tap out with contactless?
Tapping In and Out
If you forget to tap in or out with your contactless card you’ll get the same maximum fare as you would with Oyster.
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.
What is the cheapest way to get around London?
How to travel cheap in London
- Get an Oyster card.
- Go contactless.
- Know where you’re travelling to.
- Avoid travelling during peak hours.
- Take the bus for long distances.
- Take advantage of the Hopper fare.
- Rent a bike when it’s sunny.
- Walk wherever possible.
What are the disadvantages of a contactless card?
Potential security concerns
Because contactless payments require neither PIN nor signature authorisation, lost or stolen contactless cards can be used to make fraudulent transactions.
Can I use debit card instead of Oyster?
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 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 use a card machine on a bus?
Contactless payments can be made for any tickets up to the transaction value of £45 by placing your contactless card or device on the ticket machine’s reader. Simply tap and go! How do I know if I have a contactless enabled card or device? Look for the contactless symbol on your credit, debit or pre-paid cards.
How do I pay on the bus with my iPhone?
How to add a transit card on your iPhone
- On your iPhone, open the Wallet app.
- Tap the Add button .
- Tap Transit Card to add a new transit card or tap Previous Card to add a transit card that you previously added to the Wallet app.
- Choose a transit card from the list, or search by location or card name.
- Tap Continue.
How much is a one day travel card London?
It’s priced as a one day travel pass.
Daily prices.
| Type | Day Anytime Price | Off-Peak Day Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Zones 1-5 | £13.10 | £13.10 |
| Adult Zones 1-6 | £14.10 | £14.10 |
How can I get a free bus in London?
If you reside in London and are of pensionable age you can get a Freedom pass giving free travel. If you are 60+ and live in London the Seniors Oyster ID Card that makes free bus travel available.