CREDIT CARD USE ON FERRIES AND LIGHT RAIL

Sydney commuters and visitors can now use their credit card to tap on for single trips when travelling on ferries and the light rail.

The contactless payment system began this week and is expected to be rolled out on Sydney trains by the end of the year. Commuters will also be able to use mobile wallets linked to their credit card, including phones, tablets and smart watches.

Travellers using their credit cards will be charged a full single trip fare and won’t get the discounts that come with the use of an Opal card.