Customers wishing to use contactless when travelling by tram should tap on their payment cards or mobile devices against the lime green validators at the end of the platform before boarding the tram. You’ll hear a beep and a green tick will show on the screen to indicate a payment for a single journey has been made.
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How does contactless work NCTX?
Simply tap your contactless card or device on the green reader each time you board the bus, wait for the green light to show your payment has been accepted and then take your seat. Please ensure you use the same contactless card or mobile device for all of your journeys on the same day.
How do you tap on trams?
If you’re using a contactless card, device or Oyster card, you’ll need to touch in on the yellow card reader on the tram platform before boarding. Our Hopper fare lets you take unlimited pay as you go tram and bus journeys, within one hour of touching in on your first tram or bus, for £1.50.
Can you use contactless card on tram?
You can travel by tram with contactless cards and devices using the smart readers (adult fares apply) Travel and pay as you go with contactless.
How do I use contactless on public transport?
Touch in at the start of your journey and touch out at the end on yellow card readers using contactless (card or device). Only touch in on buses and trams. Find out more about touching in and out. You can pay for someone else’s travel with your contactless card or device if they’re travelling with you.
Can you pay by card on Nottingham trams?
Contactless on our validators
Contactless payment is now available on all of our lime green validators across the network, meaning that anyone wishing to purchase an adult single or day ticket can do so by tapping their debit/credit card (or mobile device with apple or Google pay) at the start of their journey.
Is it cheaper to buy a ticket or use contactless?
You can add money to an Oyster card or use contactless (card or device) straight away. You only pay for the journeys you make and it’s cheaper than buying a paper single or return ticket (train companies may offer special deals on some journeys).
Do you need to tap off on trams?
You don’t need to touch off. If you’re just travelling in the city’s Free Tram Zone, don’t touch on or off. If you’re just travelling in Zone 2, touch on and off for a cheaper fare.
Is the tram free in Nottingham?
1 month ago. Sorry, no, you have to pay cash or use a credit card at the machine next to the tram stop.
Do you have to tap in and out of the tram stop?
Always Touch In & Out
When changing trains you may need to touch your card on a PINK reader, and if you are travelling on a bus or tram you only have to touch in. If you don’t touch in and out on every journey you make we don’t know where you have travelled, so we can’t charge the right fare.
How do I use my contactless card?
Here’s how to use a contactless credit card:
- Look for the contactless symbol on the card reader.
- When prompted, hold the card within one to two inches of the contactless symbol.
- If your purchase is approved, you’ll receive confirmation—typically a beep, green light or check mark.
How do you pay for trams UK?
You can travel by tram with contactless cards and devices, using the smart readers on stops to pay for journeys as you go. We’ll work out the adult single or travelcard prices for your journeys, up to a daily and weekly cap. Touch-in before boarding the tram and touch-out at your destination stop.
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.
How do you use contactless for the first time?
The first time you use your contactless card for a transaction, you’ll be asked to use chip and PIN or sign for your purchase. Once you’ve done that, all future transactions can be contactless. You need to hold your card very close to the reader (around 2 – 4 centimetres) for it to work.
How do I use my contactless card for the first time?
Hold your card within 1–2 inches of the Contactless SymbolOpens Dialog on the terminal. Tap or hold your card flat over the Contactless Symbol, facing up, when prompted by the cashier or terminal. Some merchants may ask you to sign for the purchase, or to enter your PIN. Your payment should be completed in seconds.
Can I use contactless without card?
Contactless payments with your phone or watch
You can make contactless payments without your credit or debit card by using your smartphone instead.
How much is a tram card in Nottingham?
£3.70. Skylink – valid for a single bus & tram trip on Trentbarton Skylink Express or Skylink Nottingham service. Buy from the bus driver or from the ticket machines.
How much do trams cost Nottingham?
Nottingham City Transport (except Night Bus) trentbarton (except skylink express, red arrow or trentbarton night buses) Kinchbus.
Changes to Robin Hood Prices from 28th August 2022.
| Current Price | New Price* | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £5.60 | £5.70 |
| Under 19 | £3.70 | £3.70 |
How much did Nottingham tram cost?
As built, the system was 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) long and served 23 tram stops. The construction cost a total of £200 million, a sum equivalent to £327 million at 2021 prices.
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 you tap your debit card on the train?
Contactless pay as you go (PAYG)
Just touch your debit or credit card on a yellow card reader to pay for your journey, the same as you would with your Oyster card, and you won’t have to queue for tickets at the station and won’t have to top up. Always remember to touch in and out.