Roger Farnworth Railways

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The Modern Tramway Journal After WW2 and into 1960s
The Modern Tramway – March 1951 – Glasgow Tramways Fare System

The March 1951 issue of The Modern Tramway included an article about Glasgow Tramways Fare System, written by F. James Mayhew. [1]

The featured image for this article shows a hold up on tram movements on Sauchiehall Street and Renfield Street in 1951. In front of a queue of trams, a service car is at work tending to the overhead cable(s), © Public Domain. [3]

The article is interesting even if just for an insight into the relative value of money in 1951 compared to 2026.

In 2026, an adult single bus fare for a 5-mile journey in Glasgow is typically between £2.90 to £3.25. Using First Bus Tap On Tap Off (contactless), a 4–5 mile journey is listed at £2.90, while a standard on-bus ticket can be higher. Prices vary between operators, with First Bus and McGill’s being the primary carriers.

Back in 1951, a 5 mile journey on Glasgow’s trams would set you back 3d, about 1.25p.

http://rogerfarnworth.com/2026/05/13/the...re-system/