tankolippu

Tankolippu is a type of transportation ticket in Finland that focuses on public transportation to daily destinations. It allows holders to use a variety of public transportation modes such as buses, trams, commuter trains, and ferries. The ticket is primarily used by customers who travel regularly to the same destination for daily routines like commuting to work.

The name "Tankolippu" roughly translates to "petrol ticket" as it historically was used in conjunction with gasoline subsidies for commuters. The tickets were a way for customers to get a discounted price on their daily fuel expenses. Although the fuel subsidy is no longer a component of the tankolippu, the term has stuck as an identity for the transportation ticket.

Tankolippu is usually valid for a fixed number of journeys within a certain time period, after which it expires. It is available for both bus and rail operators and provides access to inner-city areas. In some locations, the tankolippu offers cheaper options for occasional travel. Furthermore, they can be quite cost-effective when purchasing regularly for a set commute.

Tickets can be purchased in different formats either online, through mobile, at kiosks, at newsstands or many other retail locations which offer public transportation supplies. Typically, the length of validity is from one day to a year depending on the operator, on the time of purchasing it.