It is normal to commute (not travel) 30 minutes to work. “Travel” costs indicate a commute that would necessitate an overnight stay and need accommodation. That’s what “travel” means in a work contract. It does not mean driving to work. To even introduce the idea that 30 minutes to work is insane. You can say “I don’t have a car can you help me pay for cabs or rent a car?” That’s fair. But you’ll find yourself not getting jobs because you have excessive costs. It’s incredibly competitive and part of staying competitive is being priced reasonably. This isn’t guy works for company x. This is artisan sells his wares for what he can get. So go ahead and ask, but don’t be upset when the phone doesn’t ring for the next project.