London Sights Day 3: Public Transport - Nina, Eline.

Londen Public Transport

London has one of the largest urban transport networks in the world, with integrated bus, river and road systems spanning the city's 32 boroughs

We are going to tell you about the biggest transport in London.

London has one of the largest urban transport networks in the world. A lot of buses, underground stations and local stations. 

Buses:

There are a lot of double-decker buses in London. It is a quick way to travel around the city. It’s a very iconic type of transport in London. You can’t pay the bus with cash, but you must use an card or contactless payment. A single bus fare costs £1.50. 

Underground:

The Underground is called ‘the Tube’. It is divided in nine zones. There are 11 Tubes lines. The price depends on when you travel and how far. Oyster or contactless payments are the cheapest ways to pay for single fares. Tube services usually run from 5am until midnight, with Night Tube services on some lines on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Local Train:

This is the Overground way to travel around the city. London's Overground rail services crisscross the city and extend beyond the Tube network. Most local train lines connect efficiently with the Tube and accept payment by Visitor Oyster card, Oyster card, Travelcard and contactless payment card.

Taxi:

From iconic London black cabs to local minicabs, we've got all the traveller information you need to help you travel around London by taxi.

Only black cabs can be hailed in the street. If the yellow TAXI sign is on, the cab is available for hire.

Black cabs are metered and there is a minimum charge of £2.60.

Minicabs can be a cheaper alternative, ask prices before hand as they are not on a meter.

London trams

Trams run in parts of south London between Wimbledon, Croydon, Beckenham and New Addington. The services are frequent and accessible. London's tram network, Tramlink, was introduced to south London in 2000. The London tram network runs from Wimbledon through Croydon to Beckenham, where it has proven a popular mode of transport.

All access to trams is step-free. There is no need to use ramps or any other special features to board. Additionally, all tram travel is free for wheelchair users, irrespective of whether or not they hold a Freedom Pass.