What happens if you tap in and out at the same station?

Same station exits
If you touch contactless (card or device) or an Oyster card on a yellow card reader when you enter a station, and then touch out to exit it within a short period of time, you'll be charged a same station exit: Between 0 - 2 minutes: a maximum fare.
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What happens if I tap in and out at the same tube station?

You can get a refund if you have been charged for touching in and out at the same station without making a journey.
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Can you use contactless twice on tube?

No. Each person must have a valid ticket for travel whether that's a cash single, Oyster payment or contactless payment. 5.
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What happens if you forget to tap 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.
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What happens if you dont tap when changing trains?

If you don't touch on a pink card reader: You'll pay the higher pay as you go fare that includes Zone 1 travel. You'll pay an extension fare if you're using a Travelcard that doesn't cover Zone 1 travel.
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Can inspectors check contactless card?

Answer for Contactless Payment and Fare Evasion

From next year, Revenue Inspectors will be equipped with new hand held devices to replace those which are currently in use. This new device will read Oyster cards, contactless cards and ITSO cards, and will provide a means of stringent revenue inspection.
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Why is my train ticket pink?

The pink readers are as you exit the platforms when you get off of the underground trains, it can be worth doing it as it shows you didn't travel via zone 1 which might incur a higher fare. 4.
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How much is a TFL fine?

If your vehicle is involved in a contravention on the red route, you'll be sent a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) for £160. You need to pay this within 28 days. If you pay this within 14 or 21 days (it will say on the PCN), the amount will be reduced to £80.
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What happens if you dont pay GO Train fine?

The zero-tolerance policy will result in an immediate fine of $100 for passengers who do not have a proof of payment. The fine will not be escalated, meaning it will remain the same for second-time offenders as well.
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What is the maximum tube fare?

Your journey time

If you spend longer than the maximum journey time, you could be charged two maximum fares. A single maximum fare is: up to £8.90 in Zones 1-9. up to £26.00 beyond Zone 9, including on the Heathrow Express.
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Can you tap in with card and out with Apple Pay?

Tap to Pay on iPhone enables businesses to seamlessly and securely accept Apple Pay, contactless credit and debit cards, and other digital wallets through a simple tap to their iPhone.
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Is contactless cheaper than buying a ticket?

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).
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What is the limit for contactless payment?

There isn't a daily limit for contactless payments. However, from time to time, when you shop using contactless payments, you'll need to put your card into the machine and enter your PIN to verify it's you, before you can use contactless again.
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How long does TfL take to charge contactless?

When will l be charged for using a contactless Barclays debit card, Barclaycard, Barclaycard PayTag on Transport for London (TfL) services? The charge will usually be applied to your account within 3 days of travel.
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What happens if you forget to touch in Oyster?

Before you claim

Please wait at least 48 hours as you might receive an automatic refund: Oyster - we'll automatically add it to your card the next time you touch in or out of a rail journey. Contactless - the refund will show on your next card statement, or we will adjust the fares charged when you next travel.
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How do I claim back TfL charges?

To claim for further incomplete journeys without waiting, call TfL customer services on 0343 222 1234 (it costs the same as calling a regular 020 number). Ask for a refund, explaining what went wrong and where you should have touched in or out.
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Can presto go negative?

If you hit a negative balance, you will need to load enough funds to have a positive balance on your PRESTO card before you can use it again to travel. GO Transit customers can only go into a negative balance if you start your trip with at least $5.30 on your card.
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What happens if I don't have enough money on my Presto card?

Once your card goes into a negative balance, you will need to load money in order to use it for further travel.
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What happens if you don't pay a Metrolink fine?

If you don't pay within 21 days, Metrolink will start legal proceedings to recover the money you owe and the amount due will increase. Please wait 24 hours after receiving the standard fare notice before paying the standard fare.
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Can TfL give you a criminal record?

No. All TfL ticketing offences are 'strict liability'. This means that intention is irrelevant and you may be guilty simply by the fact you did not have a valid ticket.
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What is TfL evasion?

The most common example of fare evasion involves the use of another person's Oyster Card to get the benefit of reduced or free travel. Other examples can include travelling on a ticket which does not cover the entire journey, not tapping in or simply being without a valid ticket.
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Can TfL take you to court?

TfL may also issue proceedings in a county court for the recovery of agreed unpaid fares. 8.5 In exceptional circumstances, the Appeals & Prosecutions Manager (or those authorised by him) may withdraw a case against any person.
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Why does Trainline say sold out?

It means once tickets become available on popular routes, they are being snapped up almost immediately. On some routes, tickets are already sold out for the majority of trains scheduled to depart in August and early September. The advice for customers is to be eagle-eyed and fast-off-the-mark to avoid disappointment.
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Do you have to tap when changing trains?

Always touch in and out on a yellow card reader with your contactless payment card at the start and end of your journey (even if the gates are open) to ensure you pay the right fare. When changing trains you may need to touch your card on a pink reader. If you're travelling on a bus or tram you only have to touch in.
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What is a MCard pink?

MCard (Pink)

Load the Pink with daily, weekly or monthly travel for just buses, or buses and trains within West Yorkshire.
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