NYC MetroCard Era Ends as OMNY Contactless Takes Over
The New York City subway has fully retired the iconic MetroCard, switching to the OMNY tap-and-go payment system. Discover the history and what it means for commuters.
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Contactless rail fares surge as peak times expand
Train passengers in south-east England face soaring fares as new contactless rules align with TfL's peak times. Some could pay double, warns MP. Read the full analysis.
New Contactless Train Rules Cause Soaring Fares for Some
Expansion of contactless pay-as-you-go on UK railways leads to significant fare hikes for some passengers, with MPs warning it risks pricing people off trains. Find out how to secure the cheapest fare.
Contactless Rail Expansion Sparks 85% Fare Hike for Families
The rollout of contactless payments to 30 more stations has removed super off-peak tickets, forcing some families to pay 85% more. Read the full analysis of the fare changes and passenger impact.
Contactless £100 Limit to be Scrapped in 2026
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit will be removed in 2026, allowing tap-and-go for larger purchases. Find out what this means for your spending and security.
FCA to let banks set their own contactless payment limits
UK banks can soon set custom contactless limits. New FCA rules from March 19 aim to boost convenience while keeping fraud protections. Discover how this affects your spending.
New Budget Train Service from Glasgow to London for £33
Budget rail operator Lumo has launched a new service connecting Glasgow to London, with tickets starting at just £33.10. The 'Ryanair of trains' offers a sustainable, low-cost alternative to pricier rivals.
Train ticket splitting trick saves travellers up to £70
A travel expert reveals how a perfectly legal booking method called ticket splitting can dramatically cut rail costs on routes like London to Manchester. Discover her simple steps to save.
Labour's rail fare freeze sparks Tory mockery
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander delivers brutal response to Tory counterpart after Budget fare freeze. Read the exclusive political clash over rail pricing.
Rail fare freeze saves passengers hundreds of pounds
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces first rail fare freeze in 30 years, saving millions on season tickets and peak travel. Discover what this means for your commute.
Reeves Budget 2025: Tax, Benefits & Minimum Wage Changes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers major Budget with minimum wage boost, rail fare freeze and potential two-child benefit limit scrapping. Full analysis of Wednesday's announcements.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Freeze, EV Levy & Rail Fare Relief
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her first Budget with a freeze on income tax thresholds, a new electric vehicle tax, and a rail fare freeze. Discover the key measures impacting your finances.
Reeves pledges cost of living action in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to 'grip cost of living' in Budget with rail fare freeze and expected tax hikes. Key measures revealed ahead of November 26 statement.
Reeves pledges cost of living action in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to 'grip cost of living' in Budget with rail fare freeze and tax changes. Key announcements expected on November 26.
Reeves pledges to 'grip cost of living' in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges action on the cost of living in her Budget, with a rail fare freeze and expected tax rises. Will it ease the pressure on families?
Rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes rail fares in the Budget, saving passengers £600 million. A major victory for commuters amid the cost of living crisis. Read the full story.
Rail fare freeze confirmed for England in 2026
Millions of rail passengers in England will see fares frozen in 2026 as part of the government's budget plans. Find out how this decision affects your travel costs.
English rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
Millions of UK rail passengers to save money as government confirms first fare freeze in three decades, part of the new Great British Railways plan.
Government freezes rail fares for first time in 30 years
The Government announces a historic rail fare freeze, saving commuters hundreds of pounds. Part of plans for a publicly owned Great British Railways. Read the full details.
Rail fares frozen in UK Budget cost of living move
Chancellor Rachel Reeves freezes rail fares to ease the cost of living, saving commuters up to £315 annually. The move comes amid speculation over upcoming tax rises in the Budget.
Rail fares frozen for first time in 30 years
The UK government confirms an unprecedented rail fare freeze, saving commuters on expensive routes over £300 annually. Part of a wider plan for a modernised, publicly-owned Great British Railways.
Why UK flights are cheaper than train travel
New research reveals flying domestically in Britain often costs less than train travel, despite higher environmental impact. Discover the surprising reasons behind this pricing paradox.
Train ticket loophole to halve your Christmas travel costs
Travel expert Simon Calder reveals how 'splitting tickets' can dramatically cut rail fares for festive journeys. Discover this simple hack to save money on your Christmas travel.
Contactless travel expands to 50 UK stations & airports
Major boost for UK rail passengers as contactless pay-as-you-go expands to Stansted, Southend airports and 50 more stations from December 14. Tap and travel!
Contactless Payments Launch at Stansted Airport Station
Stansted Airport station will finally accept contactless payments from December 14, saving thousands of London travellers from unfair £100 penalty fares. Discover the full list of upgraded stations.
Stansted Airport station to accept contactless payments
Rail passengers travelling between London and Stansted Airport will no longer face £100 fines as contactless payments are introduced from December 14th.
Christmas rail shutdown: 32 days of works hit travellers
UK faces unprecedented Christmas rail chaos as 32 days of engineering works disrupt main lines. 15 million passengers affected with journey times trebling. Plan ahead now.
Labour's £400m Rail Plan Could Hike Passenger Fares
Exclusive: A government impact assessment reveals Labour's rail renationalisation may cost over £400m, with passengers potentially facing higher fares to cover the bill.
GBR Reform: Cheaper Fares & Simpler Ticketing Ahead
Major rail reforms promise simplified ticketing and potential fare reductions as Great British Railways prepares to transform passenger experience across Britain.
Europe's 2040 Vision: 2-Hour High-Speed Rail Network
A groundbreaking EU study reveals plans for a continent-wide high-speed rail network that could slash journey times between major European cities to under two hours by 2040.
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