Smart ticketing systems
01 Apr 2025
Smart ticketing systems
A system that allows passengers to purchase, store, and validate tickets electronically via smartcards, mobile apps, or contactless payment methods.
Application
In practice, the term smart ticketing systems refers to the use of digital and contactless technologies to streamline fare payments in public transport. It is applied through solutions like contactless smart cards, mobile ticketing apps, and QR codes, allowing passengers to pay and validate their journey quickly.
Related terms: Contactless payment, e-ticketing, fare collection system
Source: Urban ITS Expert Group
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