TfGM said Greater Manchester's smartcards will work on "band to band fares" which are "easier for passengers to understand".

BBC: Metrolink fares hike to help fund new trams and smartcards

Fares for Metrolink passengers have gone up by an average of "about 4%" to help pay for new trams and planned Oyster-style smartcards.

BBC: Metrolink fares hike to help fund new trams and smartcards

Locals need to show ID to qualify for the reduced rate and ormer cards, smartcards that allow users to pay as little as 60p for a journey, will continue to be available.

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