‘Tap on Tap off’ contactless payments for Dorset passengers

Local bus operator First Wessex is launching Tap on Tap off (TOTO) technology across its routes in Dorset to provide customers with easy contactless payments.

From Sunday 1 December, customers traveling on First Wessex routes in Dorset will be able to use their contactless device - bank card, smartphone or smartwatch - to pay for travel. The technology will also launch for Buses of Somerset bus routes in neighbouring Somerset.

The Tap on Tap Off (TOTO) technology not only provides frictionless travel but also allows for speedy boarding and no need to ask the driver for tickets.

The TOTO technology offers:

• Payment via contactless cards and contactless phone payments (including watches).
• No need to pay the driver or choose a ticket to buy upfront, simply Tap on with the driver and Tap off on the dedicated reader (with the same form of payment) as you leave
• Customers can check their fares and payments by logging in here: https://www.firstbus.co.uk/wessex-dorset-south-somerset

James Eustace, Commercial Director for First Wessex, said: “Tap on Tap off technology allows our customers ultimate flexibility. We’re delighted that everyone using our routes in Dorset and neighbouring routes in Somerset will now be able to benefit.

“With rising costs, we know bus travel is a cost effective way to get around. Whether customers use the bus every day, or only travel occasionally, TOTO ensures a quick and easy way to pay for their journey.”