FAQ's

Smart Card

What is a Smart Card?
This card is used to store travel credit that is deducted as you travel by rail within the Short Hop Zone... Read More
Where to buy a Smart Card
Smart Cards can be purchased at Ticket Vending Machines in stations within the Short Hop Zone or... Read More
Where does the Smart Card Work?
The Smart Card can be used for rail travel between stations within the 'Short Hop Zone'. This Zone includes... Read More
What is ePurse and how does it work?
ePurse works in a similar way to mobile phone credit. Every time you use the card to travel... Read More
What are the Fares, Smart Card Prices & how to get refunds
There is a €5 charge for the smart card. A summary of our fares can be found... Read More
Using a Vending Machine to Top-Up the ePurse
1. Place the card in the slot provided. 2. Select the Top-Up Amount from... Read More
Top-Up ePurse Online
If you purchased your ticket from the Ticket Vending Machine, you must register the Smart Card... Read More
What is Tag-On and Tag-Off?
At the start of the journey, you need to 'Tag-On' using your smartcard at a gate or validation pole... Read More
Errors in reading a Smart Card
Gates and Poles may on occasion fail to identify the Tag-On / Tag-Off. It is up to the customer to ensure... Read More
How do I view my card balance?
At a Vending Machine - Put your card in the card 'pocket' and then follow the instructions on the ticket vending... Read More
Schoolchild or Scholar Smart Cards
Schoolchild or Scholar SmartCard Application Form, Please complete enclosed application... Read More