Can I pay cash on first bus Glasgow?
Can I pay cash on first bus Glasgow? Contactless payments >>, Apple pay, Google pay and exact cash payments are accepted on our buses.
Can you pay cash on Glasgow buses?
To reduce boarding times if you are paying with cash, we operate an “exact fare only” service. You can buy single, FirstDay and FirstWeek tickets from the driver.
Are Glasgow buses cashless?
Glasgow has so much to offer and we know you'll be keen to see it all. That's why we make it simple and convenient to get around. We accept contactless payments from UK debit and credit cards on all buses, and you can even buy tickets in advance from the First Bus App.
How do I pay for a bus ticket in Scotland?
Scottish ITSO Smartcards Depending on the operator, tickets can be loaded onto your chosen ITSO smartcard at ticket offices, ticket vending machines, on board or in advance online and can be paid for with cash, card or contactless.
How do I pay contactless on first bus?
- Ask your driver for the ticket of your choice when you board the bus.
- Tell the driver that you'd like to pay with contactless.
- Place your card or device on the card reader on the ticket machine - it's shown with a bright blue sticker.
Who pays for free bus travel in Scotland?
2.10 Bus pass holders travel for free. Travel through the national scheme is paid for directly by the Scottish Government. It is a principle of the Scheme that operators should be no better and no worse off as a result of their participation.
Why do you tap off on a bus?
Tap On, Tap Off for return journeys In addition, if you decide to make several journeys in that day your fare will be capped at the daily rate. Using Tap On, Tap off means you only pay for the journeys you have made and gives you more flexibility should your travel needs change.
Why did the bus only charge me 10p?
Why have I been charged 10p/£1? If you use a Mastercard, your bank statement may show a “pending” 10p or £1 charge for your first tap (10p for UK Mastercards, £1 for International Mastercards). This is just a temporary charge to check the card is valid – we do not collect the payment.
What happens when you forget to tap off on a bus?
You'll be charged the Single fare to the end of the journey of the bus you were travelling on - so please remember to 'Tap off'!
Can I buy a bus ticket with cash in the UK?
London buses are all cashless, so you need an Oyster card, Travelcard or contactless payment card to ride. Bus fare is £1.75, and a day of bus-only travel will cost a maximum of £5.25.