UndergroundOvergroundElizabeth lineDLRBusTramNational Rail (some)
Get it
Any Tube station ticket machine or visitor centre
Deposit
£5 refundable; load any amount on top
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay work on all TfL transport with the same daily and weekly fare caps — skip the Oyster entirely if your card is contactless.
Airport: covered — Heathrow via Elizabeth line; Gatwick & Stansted = separate ticket
Verified Aug 2026
MétroRERBusTramTransilien
Get it
Any Métro station ticket machine; €2 card fee
Options
Navigo Easy (PAYG/carnets) · Liberté+ (monthly PAYG) · Découverte (weekly/monthly flat)
Navigo Découverte (weekly pass, ~€30) covers all zones Mon–Sun and is cheaper than individual tickets for any stay over 4 days. Weeks run Monday–Sunday, not 7 rolling days.
Airport: covered — CDG via RER B (zone 5); Orly via Orlyval + RER B
Verified Aug 2026
GVB TramMetroBusNS trainsIntercity
Get it
GVB service points, station machines, or Schiphol airport
Deposit
€7.50 refundable; separate balance for GVB and NS
OVpay (contactless bank cards, Apple/Google Pay) now works on GVB trams, metro, buses AND NS intercity trains — you can travel across Amsterdam and beyond without ever loading an OV-chipkaart.
Airport: covered — Schiphol via NS trains; OVpay contactless works too
Verified Aug 2026
RET TramMetroBusNS trainsIntercity
Get it
RET service points, Rotterdam Centraal machines, or the RET app
Deposit
€7.50 refundable; separate balance for RET and NS
OVpay (contactless bank cards, Apple/Google Pay) works on RET trams, metro, and buses, and on NS intercity trains — you can travel across Rotterdam and beyond without loading an OV-chipkaart. The Waterbus to Kinderdijk accepts OV-chipkaart and contactless separately.
Airport: covered — Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) via RET Bus 33 to Rotterdam Centraal
Verified Aug 2026
U-BahnS-BahnBusTramFerry
Get it
Station machines, BVG app, or Berlin WelcomeCard at airport and hotels
Options
Single €4.00 · Day €11.20 (Zone AB) · WelcomeCard includes museum discounts · 7-day pass discontinued Jan 2026
Berlin has no reloadable card — use the BVG app for single trips or buy a day ticket. The weekly 7-day pass was discontinued January 2026; for longer stays the Deutschlandticket (€63/month) covers all German transit including BVG. Validate before boarding; inspectors check frequently.
Airport: add-on — BER Airport in zone C; standard AB ticket not enough — buy zone ABC (~€4.80)
Verified Aug 2026
MetroBusTram
Get it
Tabacchi, newsstands, Metro station machines, ATAC app
Options
BIT single €1.50 (100 min) · 24h €8.50 · 48h €15 · 72h €22 · 7-day €29
Validate every time you board — even with a multi-day pass. Inspectors are active near tourist areas. Machines often out of service; buy at a tabacchi instead.
Airport: separate ticket — Fiumicino: Leonardo Express or FL1 regional; not reachable on standard ATAC ticket
Verified Aug 2026
MetroBusTramFGCRodalies
Get it
Metro station machines; reloadable T-Card or physical T-Casual
Cost
T-Casual 10 trips ~€13.00 (Zone 1); shareable · single trip €2.90
One T-Casual card can be shared — tap once per person. The Hola BCN tourist pass (2–5 days unlimited) is only worth it if you make 4+ trips per day.
Airport: add-on — El Prat via Metro L9 Sud: zone 1–2 ticket (~€5.15) needed
Verified Aug 2026
MetroEMT BusCercanías
Get it
Metro station machines; Tourist Travel Pass at airport T4 or Nuevos Ministerios
Tourist Pass Zone A
1-day €10.30 · 2-day €17.50 · 3-day €23.10 · 5-day €33.40 · 7-day €43.20
The Tourist Travel Pass includes the airport Line 8 surcharge (€3 normally). Zone A covers all central Madrid. Get it at the airport on arrival — it pays off immediately.
Airport: covered — Line 8 airport surcharge (€3) included in Tourist Travel Pass
Verified Aug 2026
U-BahnTramBusS-Bahn (Vienna zones)
Get it
U-Bahn station machines, Tabak shops, WienMobil app
Options
24h €9.70 · 7-day from €25.20 · 31-day from €65.20 · Vienna City Card (tourism combo) adds museum discounts · 48h/72h/8-day passes discontinued
The 7-day ticket is valid from your selected start date/time through 01:00 on the 8th day. The former 48h, 72h, and 8-day passes were discontinued; 24h and 7-day are now the main visitor options. Buy via the WienMobil app or station machines.
Airport: add-on — Schwechat via S7 train: VOR zone extension beyond city boundary required
Verified Aug 2026
MetroCarris BusTramFerrySuburban trains (CP)
Get it
Any Metro station machine; €0.50 card fee
Options
Zapping (PAYG credit) · 24h unlimited €6.80 · Lisboa Card includes museums and transport
Load Zapping credit — it works on Metro, bus, tram, and Tagus ferries at the lowest per-trip rate. Historic tram lines 28 and 15E accept the card; avoid buying single tickets on board.
Airport: covered — Aeroporto on Metro Red Line; standard Viva Viagem zapping fare
Verified Aug 2026
MetroTramBusFunicular
Get it
Metro machines, DPP offices, tobacconists, PID Lítačka app, or SMS
Options
30 min CZK 39 · 90 min CZK 50 · 24h CZK 150 · 3-day CZK 350 (paper; app ~10% cheaper)
Buy tickets before boarding — on-board purchase only available on some night buses at a surcharge. Validate on entry each time. Night trams run on separate routes 00:30–04:30.
Airport: covered — Bus 119 from Václav Havel Airport uses standard DPP ticket
Verified Aug 2026
MetroBusTramTrolleybus
Get it
Tap contactless Visa/Mastercard or Apple/Google Pay at validators (Tap2Ride system); ATH.ENA reloadable card at Metro offices for reduced/multi-trip fares
Options
Single €1.20 (90 min) · daily cap €4.10 (auto after 4 rides) · 5-day pass €8.20 · Airport Line €9 (separate, not covered by standard options)
Tap2Ride (Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay) works on all Metro, bus, tram, and trolleybus validators — daily cap of €4.10 applies automatically. AMEX and Google Wallet are not supported. Airport Metro Line 3 requires a separate €9 ticket regardless of payment method.
Airport: separate ticket — Airport Metro Line 3: €9 flat fare; not covered by standard pass or daily cap
Verified Aug 2026
MetroTramBus (STIB/MIVB)
Get it
Contactless bank card or phone works directly; MOBIB card at STIB kiosks and Brussels Airport
Options
Contactless single €2.40 · daily cap €8.50 (free after 4 journeys) · Brupass app 10-trip €18.90 · MOBIB card fee €6 (5-year card, for season passes)
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay work directly on all STIB Metro, tram, and bus services — daily cap of €8.50 means unlimited travel after 4 rides. Fares re-indexed February 2026. De Lijn (Flanders) and TEC (Wallonia) require separate tickets.
Airport: separate ticket — Zaventem Airport: SNCB train required; STIB card not valid outside Brussels
Verified Aug 2026
🇭🇺 BudapestGuide
BudapestGO App / Pay&GO
Tap to pay
bkk.hu
Metro M1–M4BusTramTrolleybusHÉV suburban railDanube ferry
Get it
BudapestGO app (recommended for visitors); ticket machines at Metro stations; BKK passenger service centres at Deák tér and Airport
Options
Single HUF 500 · 24h HUF 2,750 · 72h HUF 4,400 · Budapest Card includes transit + museums + discounts
Pay&GO contactless (Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay) launched on all 4 Metro lines in April 2026; buses, trams, and trolleybuses still require a ticket from the BudapestGO app or machine. The Budapest Card bundles transit with free or discounted museum entry — worth comparing for museum-heavy visits.
Airport: separate ticket — 100E express bus: HUF 1,200 separate fare, not included in BKK day pass
Verified Aug 2026
MetroS-togBusRegional rail (DSB)Letbane (light rail)
Get it
Rejsekort App or Rejsebillet app (smartphone); Basiskort (new physical card) via rejsekort.dk — order before arriving. Physical Rejsekort discontinued May 2026.
Options
Zone-based fares; 2-zone city trip ~DKK 28 · Copenhagen Card (24h ~DKK 479 · 72h ~DKK 759) bundles transit + 80+ attractions
The physical Rejsekort was discontinued May 28, 2026. Contactless bank cards do NOT work directly at validators — you need the Rejsekort App, Rejsebillet app, or the new Basiskort card. Without a smartphone, order the Basiskort from rejsekort.dk before you travel.
Airport: covered — Kastrup Airport on Metro M2; included in Rejsekort App / Copenhagen Card
Verified Aug 2026
Dublin BusLuas (tram)DARTIrish Rail commuterGo-Ahead Ireland
Get it
Spar, Centra, SuperValu, post offices, Dublin Airport; €5 refundable deposit. Leap Visitor Card (no deposit, fixed days) available at the airport and online.
Options
PAYG with fares ~€1.30–€3.30 depending on route · free transfer within 90 min on Dublin Bus · Leap30 or Adult Short Hop pass for regular travel
Leap Cards are available at the airport newsagent or any Spar shop — load 10-20 to start. The card works on Dublin Bus, Luas tram, and DART train, saving up to 30% vs cash fares with automatic daily caps. Airport buses (Aircoach and Dublin Express) do NOT accept Leap — pay by contactless card or cash on board.
Airport: separate ticket — Airport buses (Aircoach, Dublin Express) don't accept Leap Card
Verified Aug 2026
Lothian BusesEdinburgh TramsAirlink 100
Get it
No dedicated tourist card needed — tap contactless bank card or phone at any bus door or tram validator
Options
Bus flat fare £2 (contactless capped) · Tram single from £1.80 · Day ticket £4.50 · Ridacard for frequent use
Just tap your contactless card or phone — Edinburgh Trams and all Lothian Buses accept contactless with daily fare capping. The Airlink 100 bus to the airport is flat-rate and also accepts contactless. No card to buy; no cash needed.
Airport: covered — Airlink 100 to Edinburgh Airport accepts contactless bank card/phone
Verified Aug 2026
TramBusMouettes (lake boats)Some suburban rail
Get it
TPG ticket machines at tram/bus stops; or ask your hotel — most Geneva hotels distribute a free Geneva Welcome Card on check-in
Options
60-min CHF 3.50 · 24h CHF 10 · 3-day CHF 23 · Geneva City Pass includes unlimited transit + museum entry
All Geneva hotel guests receive a free Tout Geneve transport pass at check-in, covering trams, buses, and boats within the canton for the duration of the stay — no separate card purchase needed for most visitors. Passengers arriving at Geneva Airport also get a free 80-minute transit ticket from a machine in the baggage hall, valid immediately for the ride into the city.
Airport: covered — Free 80-min transit ticket dispensed in airport baggage hall; hotel guests get free city pass
Verified Aug 2026
SPT SubwayFirst Glasgow busesScotRail (suburban)
Get it
Tap contactless at any SPT Subway gate or First Glasgow bus door — no card needed
Options
Bus flat fare £2 · Subway single £1.85 · Subway Discovery Ticket (unlimited day) £4.20
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay accepted on all SPT Subway turnstiles and First Glasgow buses — no dedicated card needed. The Subway Discovery Ticket (£4.20) gives unlimited rides on the circular subway loop and is worthwhile for a day of exploring both sides of the river.
Verified Aug 2026
MetroTramBusCommuter railSuomenlinna ferry
Get it
HSL service points (photo ID required), R-kioski, S-Market, HSL app; or tap contactless bank card directly; HSL card fee €5
Options
Single AB zone €3.50 · 24h €10 · 2-day €16 · 3-day €23 · 7-day €50 · Airport (zone C) add-on required
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay work on all HSL services. Helsinki Airport (Vantaa) is in zone C; you need an AB+C ticket for city–airport journeys — the standard AB pass won't cover it. The Suomenlinna island ferry is included in all HSL tickets.
Airport: add-on — Vantaa Airport in zone C; AB+C ticket required — standard AB zone not enough
Verified Aug 2026
MetroTramBus (IETT)MetrobusFerry (Şehir Hatları)FunicularMarmaray
Get it
Biletmatik machines at Metro/tram stations, Akbil booths at major hubs; card fee ~TL 120
Options
PAYG stored-value; discounted vs cash on every ride; one card can tap for companions within 2 minutes
Get an Istanbulkart from any metro station kiosk or set it up through the Istanbulkart app before arriving. Load 50-100 TL to start — it works on metro, tram, bus, ferry, Marmaray train, and the ferry to the Princes' Islands. Transfers within 2 hours are discounted, and one card can tap for multiple passengers sequentially. Cash is not accepted on ferries or most transit, so the card is essential from day one.
Airport: covered — Istanbulkart: M11 metro to Istanbul Airport; Marmaray + metro to Sabiha Gökçen
Verified Aug 2026
Tram (28 lines)Bus (city + night)
Get it
MPK service points at major stops (Główny, Krowodrza Górka), newsagents (Ruch kiosks), and bilety.mpk.krakow.pl online; small card fee applies
Options
Time-based tickets: 20 min · 40 min · 60 min · 24 hr · 48 hr · 72 hr. Load onto the KKM card or buy single-journey paper tickets at machines onboard.
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay are NOT accepted on MPK trams or buses — validate a paper ticket or tap a loaded KKM card at the onboard reader. For stays of 2+ days, the rechargeable KKM card with a 48- or 72-hour pass is best value. Inspectors are frequent; always validate before departure.
Verified Aug 2026
🇮🇹 MilanGuide
ATM Milan Ticket / Contactless
Tap to pay
atm.it
Metro M1–M5TramBus
Get it
ATM ticket machines at Metro stations, tobacconists (tabacchi), ATM Mi app; or tap contactless bank card
Options
Single €2.20 (90 min) · 24h €7.60 · 48h €11.30 · 72h €14.40 · 10-trip €19.50
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay accepted at all Milan Metro gates and surface validators — no ticket needed. For airport connections, the Malpensa Express train and Linate City Bus require separate tickets outside the ATM network.
Airport: separate ticket — Malpensa Express and Linate City Bus: separate tickets, outside ATM network
Verified Aug 2026
U-BahnS-BahnBusTram
Get it
MVV app, MVGO app, or ticket machines at stations (contactless cards accepted at machines — not at gates). No tap-at-gate system exists.
Options
Single (inner zone) ~€3.70 · Day pass €9.70 · Partner day (up to 5) €20.70 · Deutschlandticket €63/month (unlimited all German transit) · Airport zone add-on required
No tap-at-gate system — buy tickets via the MVV or MVGO app before boarding. The Deutschlandticket (€63/month subscription) is the best value for stays of a week or more: covers all Munich transit plus any German public transport. Airport is in outer zone M+X — add ~€7 per person unless you have the Deutschlandticket.
Airport: add-on — Airport in outer zone M+X; ~€7 supplement needed (Deutschlandticket covers it)
Verified Aug 2026
T-bane (Metro)TramBusFerry (within Oslo)
Get it
Ruter app (primary — buy before boarding); 7-Eleven, Narvesen kiosks, or ticket machines. Contactless bank cards accepted at machines to purchase, not at vehicle entry points.
Options
Single NOK 44 (app) · 24h NOK 135 · 7-day NOK 330–350 · 30-day NOK 700+
No tap-at-gate system — buy and activate tickets in the Ruter app before boarding. Inspectors check app-based tickets regularly. Non-European cards may have trouble in the app; use Apple Pay as a workaround. The Oslo Pass includes free Ruter travel within zone 1 and free museum entry — compare against a 24h pass.
Airport: add-on — R10 train to Gardermoen: zone 3 extension needed; Flytoget express is separate
Verified Aug 2026
Metro do PortoSTCP BusSome suburban trains (CP)
Get it
Metro station vending machines or STCP offices; €0.60 non-refundable card fee
Options
Z2 (city centre) €1.75 · Z4 (to airport) €2.70 · 24h unlimited ~€7 · Andante Tour 1-day €7 / 3-day €15
Pick up an Andante card from any metro station vending machine and load Z2 or Z3 zones depending on your hotel location — Z2 covers the historic centre and most visitor areas. The card works on metro, bus, and some funiculars. The airport metro (line E, Aeroporto station) is Zone 4, so load a Z4 trip or buy a separate airport ticket at the machine before boarding.
Airport: add-on — Aeroporto on Metro line E: zone 4 ticket needed (city centre = zone 2)
Verified Aug 2026
🇸🇪 StockholmGuide
SL Access / Contactless
Tap to pay
sl.se
Tunnelbana (Metro)Pendeltåg (commuter rail)TramBusDjurgårdslinjen
Get it
SL app, Pressbyrån, 7-Eleven, SL service points; or tap contactless bank card at gates
Options
Single SEK 41 (app/contactless) · 24h SEK 165 · 72h SEK 415 · 7-day SEK 990 · daily cap SEK 180 (rides free after that)
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay accepted on all SL Tunnelbana, commuter rail, trams, and buses. The Arlanda Airport connection uses the pricey Arlanda Express (SEK 330) or the cheaper commuter train J38 (Pendeltåg) with a zone supplement — same pass works, just need to buy the airport add-on zone.
Airport: add-on — Arlanda via J38 Pendeltåg: airport zone supplement required
Verified Aug 2026
Vaporetto (water bus)Mainland bus (Mestre)
Get it
ACTV/Hello Venezia booths at major vaporetto stops (Piazzale Roma, Ferrovia, San Marco), hellovenzia.it app
Options
Single trip €9.50 · 24h €25 · 48h €45 · 72h €65 · 7-day €90
A single vaporetto trip is €9.50 — the 24h pass (€25) pays off after just 3 rides. Contactless "Best Fare" tap (Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay) auto-selects the cheapest option for your travel pattern. On buses and trams, tap off too. The Grand Canal Line 1 is the classic way to see the city.
Verified Aug 2026
🇨🇭 ZurichGuide
ZVV Ticket / Swiss Travel Pass
Tap to pay
zvv.ch
TramBusS-BahnLake boats
Get it
ZVV ticket machines at stops, ZVV app; Swiss Travel Pass covers unlimited ZVV travel; contactless accepted
Options
Short ride CHF 2.80 · 2-zone single CHF 4.40 · 24h city CHF 17.20 · 9-O'Clock Day Pass CHF 13.60 · Swiss Travel Pass covers all ZVV
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay accepted on all ZVV trams, buses, and S-Bahn. The Swiss Travel Pass (from ~CHF 265 for 4 days) includes unlimited ZVV travel plus trains, boats, and buses nationwide — excellent value for multi-city Switzerland trips. Zurich Airport is in zone 110, covered by any 2-zone or greater ticket.
Airport: covered — Airport in zone 110; covered by any standard 2-zone ZVV ticket
Verified Aug 2026
BusLight RailBoat (some)
Get it
Skyss Billett app or convenience stores; Bergen Card from tourist offices
Options
Single NOK 51 (60-min) · Bergen Card 24h NOK 400 / 48h NOK 500 / 72h NOK 600 (transit + museum entry)
The Bergen Card pays off quickly — it includes unlimited Skyss transit plus free or discounted entry to Bryggen, Fløibanen funicular, and most museums. Buy it at the Tourist Information Centre on Strandkaien.
Verified Aug 2026
Metro BilbaoEuskoTrenBilbobusBizkaibus
Get it
Metro Bilbao station machines or customer service offices; tobacconists (estancos); reloadable
Cost
Card deposit €3 + load credit; single Metro trip ~€0.85 (vs €1.80 cash); 50% fare discount across all participating networks
The Barik card gives a 50% discount on Metro Bilbao fares vs. single tickets — essential for a multi-day visit. One card can be used by multiple travelers (tap individually). Return the card at a machine when done to recover the €3 deposit.
Verified Aug 2026
Tram (4 lines)BusBat³ river shuttle
Get it
Ticket machines at tram stops, TBM agencies, or TBM m-ticket app
Options
Single €1.80 (1-hour) · Day €4.90 · City Pass 24h €29 / 48h €42 / 72h €55 (transit + attractions)
The TBM m-ticket app lets you buy and validate tickets on your phone without a physical card. For a 2–3 day visit, the Bordeaux City Pass (€42–55) bundles unlimited transit with Cité du Vin entry and 20+ museum admissions — solid value.
Verified Aug 2026
TramBusBoatLocal rail
Get it
Västtrafik app, Pressbyrån kiosks, or tap contactless bank card/phone at validators
Options
Single SEK 38 (90-min) · 24h SEK 125 · 3-day SEK 275 · Monthly SEK 850
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay tap directly at all Västtrafik validators — easiest for short visits. The Västtrafik app gives full network access and lets you buy before boarding. Paper tickets are no longer sold on board.
Verified Aug 2026
LAC urban busMetropolitan area buses
Get it
CTGr offices, tobacconists (estancos), and machines at major bus stops; reloadable
Cost
Card deposit ~€2 + credit; single urban trip ~€0.90 with card vs ~€1.40 cash; 10-trip bono available
The Tarjeta de Transporte gives a significant discount over paying cash on the LAC network — the main way around the city centre and between the Albaicín and the Alhambra hill. Load at least €5–10 before your first full day. Single-use paper tickets are available but expensive by comparison.
Verified Aug 2026
MétroTramBus
Get it
Metro station machines, ilévia agencies; Pass Pass reloadable NFC card
Options
Single ~€1.75 (1-hour, all modes) · 10-trip carnet €15 · Day pass included in Lille City Pass
The Pass Pass is a reloadable NFC card that works on all ilévia metro, tram, and bus routes. Load it at any station machine. The metro is the fastest link between Lille-Flandres and Lille-Europe train stations (1 stop).
Verified Aug 2026
BusTramRegional trainsCity night bus
Get it
No card needed — just board any bus, tram, or regional train. Free for all riders since March 1, 2020.
Options
All 2nd class transit within Luxembourg is fare-free for everyone. 1st class train seats still require a ticket.
Luxembourg became the world's first country to make all public transit free nationwide — buses, trams, and CFL regional trains. No card, no ticket, no app required. Just board and ride. The Mobiliteit.lu app is useful for journey planning but entirely optional.
Verified Aug 2026
MétroTramBusFunicular
Get it
TCL ticket machines at metro stations, TCL boutiques, or TCL app; Oùra card €2 fee
Options
Single €2.10 (1-hour) · 10-trip carnet €20 · 24h €7.20 · 48h €13.40 · 72h €18.80
One validated TCL ticket allows 1-hour free transfers across metro, tram, funicular (to Fourvière and Saint-Just), and bus. The 24h pass (€7.20) is the most practical for a full sightseeing day. The Oùra card is reloadable and works across the greater Lyon metropolitan area.
Verified Aug 2026
City Bus (EMT)Airport Express
Get it
Kiosks, estancos (tobacco shops), or contactless payment on board
Options
Single €1.40 (cash on board) · 10-trip Bonobus €8.30 (€0.83/trip) · Contactless bank card/phone accepted directly
Contactless bank cards and mobile wallets are accepted directly on EMT buses — just tap when boarding. The Bonobus 10-trip card cuts the per-trip cost to €0.83 vs €1.40 cash. Free bus transfers are included from the second leg onward with a single Bonobus fare.
Verified Aug 2026
MétroBusTramFerry (Vieux-Port)
Get it
RTM ticket machines, RTM agencies, or tap contactless bank card/phone at validators on all modes
Options
Single €1.70 (90-min) · 24h €5.20 · 72h €10.80 · 7-day €15.50 · Contactless bank card directly at validators
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay work directly at Marseille metro, bus, and tram validators — no separate transit card needed. The 7-day pass (€15.50) is exceptional value for any stay over 3 days, covering all RTM modes including the Vieux-Port ferry.
Verified Aug 2026
BusTram (3 lines)Airport Express
Get it
Tram station ticket machines or Lignes d'Azur agencies; €2 refundable deposit
Options
Single €1.70 (74-min) · Day €7 · 2-day €13 · 7-day €20 · Load any amount onto La Carte
La Carte is a reloadable NFC card covering all Lignes d'Azur bus and tram routes in Nice and the Côte d'Azur network. The €2 deposit is refundable. One validated ticket includes 74-minute free transfers between tram and bus connections.
Verified Aug 2026
🇪🇸 San SebastiánGuide
Dbus Contactless / MUGI
Tap to pay
dbus.eus
Dbus (city bus)EuskoTrenLurraldebus
Get it
Contactless bank card or mobile wallet taps directly on any Dbus bus. MUGI card (Gipuzkoa province): Kutxabank ATMs, newsagents, or post offices. If you have a Barik (Bilbao), it also works on Dbus and EuskoTren.
Cost
Dbus contactless/bank card: €1.95/ride · 30-min free transfer · Night Búho routes: €2.65 · MUGI card: discounted rates vs contactless · EuskoTren: buy at station (accepts MUGI/Barik)
Just tap your contactless bank card or Apple/Google Pay on any Dbus bus — no separate card needed. Free transfers within 30 minutes apply to bank card taps. EuskoTren (connecting San Sebastián to Bilbao and the Basque coast) does not accept bank card tap — buy a paper ticket or use a MUGI or Barik card at station machines.
Verified Aug 2026
TrolleybusBus (Albus)S-Train
Get it
Tourist offices, major hotels, Salzburg Airport, or online. Guest Mobility Ticket: free with 2+ nights at participating hotels.
Options
Single €2.60 · Day €5.20 · Salzburg Card 24h / 48h / 72h (transit + free museum entry + Hohensalzburg)
Hotel guests staying 2+ nights in Salzburg province receive a free Guest Mobility Ticket for the entire stay — covers all trolleybuses, Albus lines, S-trains, and regional buses. If not staying in the province, the Salzburg Card (transit + Hohensalzburg + DomQuartier) easily pays for itself.
Verified Aug 2026
Bus (TUSSAM)MetroTram (T1)
Get it
Metro stations, TUSSAM offices, newsstands; €1.50 refundable deposit
Options
Multiviaje PAYG €0.69/trip · Tourist Card 1-day €5 / 3-day €10 · Contactless bank cards on metro (40% off cash fare)
Contactless bank cards tap directly at metro turnstiles with a 40% discount vs cash. The Tarjeta Multiviaje at €0.69/trip is even cheaper and works on buses too. Tourist Cards (€5/day) cover unlimited bus + metro — worthwhile for full sightseeing days.
Verified Aug 2026
Tram (6 lines)Bus
Get it
CTS ticket machines at tram stops, CTS agencies, or CTS mobile app
Options
Single €1.80 · 10-trip carnet €14.50 (€1.45/trip) · 24h €4.60 · 7-day €20.50
Strasbourg's 6 tram lines cover the entire city including the historic Grande Île and Petite France. Validate your ticket before boarding — inspectors check regularly. The 24h pass (€4.60) is excellent value for a full sightseeing day.
Verified Aug 2026
U-BahnS-BahnBusRegional rail
Get it
Ticket machines at all stations or VVS app; tickets must be purchased before boarding
Options
Single €3.30 (3-hour, Stammbereich) · Day pass €6.60 (valid until 7am next day) · Deutschland-Ticket €58/month (nationwide)
The Deutschland-Ticket (€58/month) covers all local and regional transit across Germany — excellent if visiting multiple German cities in a month. For a short stay, buy single or day tickets via the VVS app or station machines. Tickets must be purchased before boarding.
Verified Aug 2026
TramBusTrolleybus
Get it
R-Kiosk convenience stores or Tallinn Transport offices; €2 non-refundable card fee
Options
Ühiskaart PAYG €2/hr · Day €5.50 · 3-day €9 · 5-day €11 · Contactless bank card €1.50/ride (cheaper single rate)
Contactless bank cards tap at €1.50/ride — cheaper than the Ühiskaart PAYG rate of €2/hour. For multi-day visits, the 3-day Ühiskaart pass (€9) is best overall value. Validate on board — trams and buses have validators but no gates; inspectors are active.
Verified Aug 2026
TITSA intercity busMetroTenerife (tram)
Get it
ten+ card (€2 fee): TITSA stations, kiosks, airports, or the ten+ Móvil app; or tap any contactless bank card/phone directly on any bus
Options
Contactless single: ~€1.45 (urban) · Interurban: varies by distance ~€1–5 · Daily tourist pass (ten+ card or app): €10 unlimited · MetroTenerife: also accepts contactless and ten+
Contactless bank cards and Apple/Google Pay tap directly on all TITSA buses across Tenerife — no card needed for occasional riders. The ten+ card (€2) gives discounted fares. The €10 daily tourist pass (via ten+ card or app) covers unlimited TITSA and MetroTenerife — worthwhile for a full sightseeing day.
Verified Aug 2026
MetroTramBus
Get it
GTT ticket machines, tabacchi shops, GTT app, or tap contactless bank card at metro gates
Options
City ticket €2.00 (100-min, all modes) · Day €8 · 2-day €12 · Contactless "Tap & Go" on metro + modern buses/trams
GTT Tap & Go accepts contactless bank cards and mobile wallets at metro gates and modern bus/tram validators. One City Ticket (€2) gives 100 minutes of free transfers — board the metro and transfer to a bus at no extra charge. Validate on board at older tram/bus stops.
Verified Aug 2026
Bus (Malta + Gozo)Ferry (Valletta–Sliema · Three Cities)
Get it
Explore Card (€25, 7-day unlimited) or 12-Trip Card (€19, shareable): publictransport.com.mt, kiosks, and bus stops. Contactless bank card also accepted on board.
Options
Contactless single: €2.00 winter / €2.50 summer (2-hour validity) · 12-Trip Card €19 (€1.58/trip, shareable) · Explore Card €25 (7-day unlimited, all Malta + Gozo routes)
Contactless bank cards and mobile wallets accepted directly on all Malta buses. The Explore Card (€25) gives 7 days of unlimited travel on every Malta and Gozo bus route plus the Valletta–Sliema and Three Cities ferries — far better value than per-trip taps for any stay of 3+ days. Single fares go up to €2.50 in summer.
Verified Aug 2026