How to take the subway without a bus card?
In modern urban life, the subway, as a convenient mode of public transportation, is deeply favored by citizens and tourists. However, if you don’t have a bus card, how can you take the subway? This article will introduce you to various alternatives in detail, and attach the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to help you better understand the relevant information.
1. How to take the subway without a bus card

Here are several common ways to take the subway without a bus card:
| way | Operation steps | Applicable people |
|---|---|---|
| one way ticket | Purchase a one-way ticket at the automatic ticket vending machine or manual window of the subway station and swipe your card to enter the station. | Temporary passengers, tourists |
| Scan code with mobile phone | Download the official subway APP or use the ride code function of Alipay/WeChat and scan the code to enter the station. | Smartphone users |
| Transportation Union Card | Purchase a joint transportation card (such as the National Card), which supports subway and bus use in many places. | Frequent cross-city travelers |
| NFC payment | Use a mobile phone or bracelet that supports NFC function, bind a bank card or transportation card and swipe the card directly to enter the station. | Technology enthusiast |
2. Hot topics and content on the entire network in the past 10 days
The following are hot topics that have attracted the attention of the entire Internet recently, which may be related to subway travel:
| hot topics | heat index | Related instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Subway fare adjustment | ★★★★★ | Subways in many places announced fare adjustment plans, triggering heated discussions among citizens. |
| Popularity of contactless payment | ★★★★☆ | Mobile phone code scanning and NFC payment are gradually becoming more and more popular in subways. |
| Summer travel peak | ★★★★☆ | With the summer coming, subway passenger flow surges and the demand for cardless rides increases. |
| Transportation joint card promotion | ★★★☆☆ | The national transportation card covers more cities, making it easier to travel across cities. |
3. Detailed steps for scanning the QR code with your mobile phone to take the subway
For passengers who do not have a bus card, scanning the QR code with your mobile phone is one of the most convenient ways. The following are the specific steps:
1.Download the official subway APP: For example "Beijing Metro" or "Shanghai Metro".
2.Register and log in: Fill in personal information and complete real-name authentication.
3.Activate ride code: Find the "Ride Code" function in the APP and activate it.
4.Scan the code to enter the station: Aim the generated QR code at the scanning area of the gate to pass.
5.Automatic deduction: Scan the QR code again when leaving the website, and the system will automatically calculate the fee and deduct the money from the bound account.
4. Precautions
1.network problems: To scan the code and board the bus, you need to keep your mobile phone network open. It is recommended to open the QR code in advance.
2.Sufficient balance: Make sure the payment account or bound bank card has sufficient balance.
3.geographical restrictions: Ride codes in some cities are only for local use, and you need to switch APP when traveling across cities.
4.Safety tips: Avoid taking screenshots or sharing your ride code with others to prevent it from being stolen.
5. Summary
Not having a bus card doesn't mean you can't take the subway. Passengers can easily solve the problem of taking a bus without a card through one-way tickets, mobile phone scan code, transportation joint card or NFC payment. At the same time, with the popularity of contactless payment, subway travel will be more convenient and efficient in the future. I hope this article can provide you with practical help!
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