On 13/09/2012 12:05, Paul wrote:
Just noticed this on the TfL website

https://consultations.tfl.gov.uk/bus...d/consult_view

Reason given is that very few (approx 1%) of bus journeys involve a cash fare.

Have to say that my experience of these machines is that they cause confusion for tourists, and often delays as the driver waits for someone to get off the bus, fiddle around and buy a ticket, and then get back on.

I have seen many a bus driver close the doors and drive off when some
yup gets off the bus to buy a ticket and insist that the driver wait.

Most regular travellers will have a travelcard or Oyster PAYG, as will some visitors, but there will always be a need for some people to pay by cash.

I suppose it makes sense to remove the machines as it will cut costs for
staff or contractors to go to each of these machines, carry out
maintenance and effect any needed repairs. Coin transport costs are also
not cheap, AIUI.