The system, known as Account-Based Ticketing (ABT), is already in operation in cities like London and New York. Its main advantage is that the system itself will calculate the most economical fare for the user based on their daily or monthly journeys, charging only the fair amount. This eliminates the need to decide in advance which type of pass or ticket is best, simplifying the experience for regular and occasional users.

To ensure the correct implementation of this project, expected to be operational before the end of 2027, the Governing Council has authorized the hiring of a specialized technical team. This external assistance, costing 2.7 million euros, will advise the Consorcio Regional de Transportes de Madrid (CRTM) throughout the design and launch process.

The total investment of 42.7 million euros aims to modernize mobility in the region, adapting it to current citizen habits and international technological standards. Although the new system will offer a more convenient and flexible payment method, the traditional transport card will not disappear immediately, with both options coexisting.

With this initiative, Madrid joins major global metropolises that have already adopted similar payment models. However, the Madrid system stands out by incorporating automatic calculation of the optimal fare from the outset, offering a real and direct economic benefit to users.