Daily Fare Cap (London): Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the London daily fare cap automatically limits your travel spending so you never pay more than a set amount in a single day.
The Daily Fare Cap is a system in London that automatically limits the total amount you are charged for public transport journeys within a single day.
Who it's for
This is available to all London commuters using the transport network.
What you get
The system provides an automatic limit on your total daily travel costs. Once your individual fares reach a certain amount, you will not be charged any more for additional journeys for the rest of that day.
What it costs you
It is free to use this feature. You simply pay as you go using your chosen payment method.
The catch to know
To ensure the cap is applied correctly, you must use the exact same card or mobile device for every single journey you take. If you switch between a phone and a physical card, the system will treat them as different people and you may be charged more.
How to apply
- Choose a contactless payment method or a smart travel card.
- Use that same method for every journey you make throughout the day.
- Check your balance or transaction history to see your savings.