matkakortilla

Matkakortti is a reusable contactless smart card used for public transportation in Finland. It is primarily associated with theHSL (Helsinki Region Transport) public transport system, serving Helsinki and the surrounding municipalities. The card can be loaded with various types of travel products, including single tickets, day tickets, and season tickets.

Users can purchase and load value onto a matkakortti at numerous locations, including HSL service points, R-kioski outlets, ticket machines, and online through the HSL website or app. When boarding a bus, tram, or train, the card is tapped against a reader, which validates the ticket and deducts the appropriate fare or confirms the validity of a season ticket. This system aims to streamline the ticketing process and reduce the need for paper tickets.

There are different types of matkakortti, including personal cards and non-personal cards. Personal cards can be registered with the user's information, allowing for benefits such as reduced fares for certain groups and the ability to retrieve lost or stolen cards. Non-personal cards are anonymous and can be shared among users. The matkakortti system is designed to be an efficient and convenient way to pay for and use public transport in the Helsinki metropolitan area.