Tap in

How it is used

Used in contactless fare systems; the matching action at the end of a journey is often tap out.

Example sentences

1. I tapped in with my bank card before walking down to the platform.

   The reader records entry into the transport system.

2. Remember to tap in even when the station gates are standing open.

   An open gate does not necessarily replace the journey-registration step.

Common collocations

• tap in at the gate
• tap in and tap out

Related terms

• ticketA paper or electronic document showing that you have paid to travel on a plane, train, bus or boat, or to enter a place.
• public transportBuses, trains, trams, metros and ferries that run on fixed routes and timetables and that anyone can use by paying a fare.

More terms: Getting Around & Directions

• directions
• taxi rank
• shuttle bus
• car rental
• platform
• timetable
• get off
• within walking distance
• couchette
• request stop
• rail replacement bus
• through ticket