TfL Oyster and contactless app

Our free app lets you manage your contactless and Oyster cards on the go.

Why use the app?

• Top up your pay as you go credit and get notifications when it gets low
• Check your journey history
• See if you have incomplete journeys
• Buy adult rate Travelcards and Bus & Tram Passes valid between seven days and 12 months
• Get notifications before your Travelcard and Bus & Tram Pass expires
• Manage multiple season tickets and cards on the go

We're developing new features:

• Use the app if you get free and discounted travel

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How to top up

1. Top up on the app
2. Wait 30 minutes (it's often quicker)
3. Touch in on a yellow card reader with your Oyster card to add your top up

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First-generation Oyster cards

If you have an older, first-generation Oyster card, you can't use it with the app.

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How to pay and where to buy tickets and Oyster navigation

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