What Happens If You Tap In But Don’t Tap Out on Public Transport?

Learn why missing a tap out on public transport results in maximum fare charges and how to avoid extra costs by tapping out correctly.

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If you tap in at a public transport terminal but don't tap out, you are usually charged the maximum fare for your journey. This policy discourages fare evasion and compensates for the inability to determine your actual stop. To avoid this, always make sure to tap out at the end of your journey. In case you forget, contact the transport company as soon as possible; they may adjust the fare if you can prove your actual journey.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why am I charged the maximum fare if I forget to tap out? When you don’t tap out, the transport system cannot determine your exit stop, so it charges the maximum fare to prevent fare evasion.
  2. Can I get a refund if I forgot to tap out on public transport? Yes, if you contact the transport company promptly and provide proof of your actual journey, they may adjust or refund the overcharged fare.
  3. How can I avoid being charged the maximum fare when using public transport? Always remember to tap out at the end of your journey to ensure you are charged the correct fare based on your travel distance.

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