eli5: why do long distance train systems (like Amtrak) and a lot of regional rails (like the Long Island Rail Road) use on-board ticket collectors to verify tickets, instead of turnstile systems at individual stations (like metros and subways use)? 890 viewsFebruary 5, 2024Other Question100.55K February 4, 2024 0 Comments It just seems like a terribly inefficient system to verify someone’s right to access the train once they are already on the train….. In: Other 15 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted February 4, 2024 0 Comments Turnstiles are even easier to evade. You can just jump them or buy a ticket to 1 stop down the line and then actually go 10. You’d need security either way. You are viewing 1 out of 15 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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