Commuter Soundbite on Rail Fare rises

The transcript discusses the unexpected increase in travel card costs, highlighting the impact of fare hikes on daily travel expenses. A personal journey from Greenwich to London Bridge is shared, emphasizing the perceived lack of value for money in train fares, especially for short commutes within London.

What was the speaker's reaction to the increase in travel card costs?

• They thought it was a minor change.

• They were pleasantly surprised.

• They found it to be expected.

• They were not expecting such a high increase.

What was the speaker's expectation regarding the usual increase in travel costs?

• 50 pence

• 1 pound

• 2 pounds

• 10 or 20 pence

What was the reason for the speaker's journey to London Bridge?

• To visit a friend.

• To attend a meeting.

• To see how quick the journey would be after the station reopened.

• To explore a new route.

How does the speaker feel about the value for money of train fares in London?

• They believe it is excellent value.

• They are satisfied with the costs.

• They feel it is not worth the money.

• They think it is fairly priced.

What is the speaker's daily travel cost despite living only 20 minutes away?

• £5

• £20

• £10

• £15