Oyster/Contactless Daily Cap: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the daily cap works to ensure you never pay more than the price of a daily pass when using public transport in London.
This scheme automatically limits how much you are charged for public transport journeys within London each day.
Who it's for
Anyone using public transport within London qualifies for this benefit.
What you get
You get automatic price capping. This means once your total travel costs reach a certain amount, you will not be charged any more for additional journeys that day. The total amount you pay will never exceed the cost of a daily pass.
What it costs you
It is free to use this feature. You simply use your bank card or a mobile device to pay for your trips.
The catch to know
You must use the exact same bank card or mobile device for every single journey you make. If you switch between different cards, the system will not recognize you as the same person, and the daily cap will not trigger.
How to apply
- Use a contactless bank card or a mobile device with contactless payment enabled.
- Tap your card or device on the reader at the start of every journey.
- Continue using that same specific card or device throughout the day to ensure the cap is applied.