The system allows you to access Marconi Express simply by tapping your contactless card or device at the Marconi Express gate, both for entering and exiting.
TYPES OF TICKETS FOR SALE
With the contactless Pay&Go mode, the one-way Standard flex fares are applied. If the return journey is made within 30 days, round-trip fares are applied. For journeys between the Bologna Central station and the Lazzaretto station, the Lazzaretto fare applies.
Only one person is allowed per card. The multi-traveler option is not provided.
PAYMENT METHODS
- Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro contactless cards
- Smartphone or smartwatch with NFC (Near Field Communication) technology equipped with an electronic payment system (Google Pay, Apple Pay…)
EMISSION OF THE TICKET
There is no paper ticket: the ticket consists of the contactless card or device. The ticket inspectors will verify the successful payment by tapping the card or device on an electronic reader they are equipped with. Even though it is not necessary for inspection purposes, you can download a PDF and then print the receipt of the Pay&Go Contactless ticket by registering at the reserved area and entering your credit card number.
PAYMENT SECURITY
The system guarantees secure payments. In fact, contactless transactions use the same security techniques employed to manage payments with all traditional cards. With the contactless technology, no payment can be made if the POS is not activated; the card works only if placed less than 4 centimeters away from the POS and there is no risk of double charge: even if you touch the POS with the card more than once, only one transaction will be recorded.
You can buy all types of tickets online.
PAYMENT METHODS ACCEPTED
- Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro cards
EMISSION OF TICKET
Once the purchase process is completed, the ticket is sent to the e-mail address indicated during the purchase phase in the form of a QR-code that allows access to the gates.
In the case of round-trip tickets, Family and Group, a QR-Code will be sent per person and journey.
Roger is the app developed for the purchase and use of tickets for local public transport in the Emilia-Romagna Region through smartphones equipped with NFC technology.
TYPES OF TICKETS FOR SALE
- Standard flex one-way and return tickets
- Standard Lazzaretto tickets for journeys between Bologna Central station and Lazzaretto station
PAYMENT METHODS
Visa and Mastercard payment cards.
EMISSION OF TICKET
The ticket sold contains a QR-Code, to be validated by approaching it to the reader on the gates in the Marconi Express stations. A receipt of the ticket will be sent to the personal email indicated during registration to the app.
For more information, see the websites dedicated to the Roger apps.
The ticket vending machines are located at the “Marconi Express” stations as well as at the airport at the “Schengen” and “Extra Schengen” baggage claim areas (see section Stations and connections).
TYPES OF TICKETS FOR SALE
- Standard flex one-way and return tickets
- Standard Lazzaretto tickets for journeys between Bologna Central station and Lazzaretto station
PAYMENT METHODS
- Visa, Mastercard and Maestro payment cards in traditional and contactless mode
- Cash and coins (the ticket vending machines located inside the baggage claim areas only accept payment cards)
EMISSION OF TICKET
The ticket sold contains a QR-Code, to be validated by approaching it to the reader on the gates in the Marconi Express stations.
You can buy the “Marconi Express” ticket in many stores, in particular:
- TPER stores at the Bologna Central station, Autostazione (Bus station) and Via Lame
- Bologna Welcome offices, located in the Arrivals area at the airport and in Piazza Maggiore
- Other points of sale at the Bologna Central station and the airport
TYPES OF TICKETS FOR SALE
- Standard flex one-way and return tickets
- Standard Lazzaretto tickets for journeys between Bologna Central station and Lazzaretto station
EMISSION OF TICKET
The ticket sold contains a QR-Code, to be validated by approaching it to the reader on the gates in the Marconi Express stations.