buses, tubes, trains to bikes and more
London can be quite confusing for a first time traveler at first glance but getting around in London is a stress-free part of your travel plans, this historical city has an extensive and well connected public transport systems that are both affordable and convenient. In this guide I will explain the London public transport system in detail.
No worries! With the help of cool apps like Google Maps and Citymapper, conquering London’s transportation puzzle is a breeze. You’ll be a pro at navigating the city in no time, just like a friendly local.
Different Types of London Public Transport
- Underground
- Black Cabs
- Buses
- River Bus
- Overground
- DLR
- National Rail
- Tram Link
- Heathrow Express
- UBER
- Biking
- Walking
the London Underground, aka (The Tube)
The London Underground system AKA (THE TUBE) is a metro or Subway system that runs across 11 different color-coded lines. Surprisingly, about 55% of the Underground network is actually located over underground, only 45% is running underground, surprised, Yeh. It It is the oldest underground transportation network in the world, first opening in 1863, and carries over one billion passengers a year. The system is vast, with over 250 miles of track and over 200 stations. Despite the occasional strikes but now more often, weekend closures due to engineering works, the Tube is still the quickest and easiest way of
London Underground Fares until March 2024
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Zones Travelled |
Single Journey Ticket – cash |
Oyster / Contactless Payment Card |
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|
Adult |
Child (off-peak) † |
Peak* |
Off Peak |
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|
Zone 1 |
£6.70 |
£1.70 |
£2.80 |
£2.70 |
|
Zone 1 & 2 |
£6.70 |
£1.70 |
£3.40 |
£2.80 |
|
Zone 1 to 3 |
£6.70 |
£1.70 |
£3.70 |
£3.00 |
|
Zone 1 to 4 |
£6.70 |
£1.70 |
£4.40 |
£3.20 |
|
Zone 1 to 5 |
£6.70 |
£1.70 |
£5.10 |
£3.50 |
|
Zone 1 to 6 |
£6.70 |
£1.70 |
£5.60 |
£3.60 |
|
Zone 2 to 6 |
£6.70 |
£1.70 |
£5.10 |
£3.50 |
No return fares.
† Children travel free if under 11 year old or are between 11 and 15 years with an Oyster 11-15 Photocard
~ Children’s fares (11-15 yrs old) on Oyster for any trip within zones 1 to 6 are £1.70 off peak, between £4.05 – £7.45 peak
* Peak fares apply Monday to Friday between 6.30am and 9.30am and 4pm to 7pm, except public holidays
